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The Shriners Are Coming!

The Shriners Are Coming!

Preparations are nearly complete for the Shriners Convention, which begins May 7 with the city
Posted on May 3, 2006March 12, 2016Author Larry HarnishCategories fraternal organizations, Freemasons, Larry HarnishTags African Americans, Al Malaikah, burglaries, conventionsLeave a comment on The Shriners Are Coming!
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