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"ref": "2018, Ken Kenthomas, Mr. Black Johnson She Worshiped",
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"text": "“I'd take Vernon Dewey for my team any day.” “And their quarterback can throw,” Cap pointed out. “But we did all right, huh, Grandpa?” “You did fine,” Tully replied. “All of you did real well.” “Cap, you can throw ...”",
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