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Rochester's Roots: The child of former slaves who changed the course of history

Rochester's Roots: The child of former slaves who changed the course of history
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Elmira history includes Enola Gay, Paul Tibbets connection

When Col. Samuel R. Hopkins needed a flight to Elmira to be with his dying son, Lt. Paul Tibbets, Jr. was tapped to fly him through a driving storm. ....

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Alexander Diven brought railroad to Elmira, was an abolitionist

A very important visionary in bringing the railroad to Elmira was Alexander S. Diven, who also served in Congress during the Lincoln presidency. ....

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Elmira's popular band leaders included La France, Hauver, Hager

The early 20th century was an era of concert bands. Some of the popular band leaders in Elmira included Asa La France, Frank Hauver and Arnold Hager. ....

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Elmira history includes two tiny parks: 'Unnamed Park' and Marvin Park

Elmira once had a tiny park named after Ross Marvin, who died in a North Pole expedition. Another started as "Unnamed Park." Neither are around today. ....

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