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William Holmes McGuffey

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178

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High St., Paris

Born September 23, 1800-Died May 4, 1873. Famous for his eclectic readers which introduced thousands of children to the treasures of literature. At this site he taught from 1823 to 1826 before joining the faculty of Miami University.

Originally dedicated February 1960.

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