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Bill Martin <[log in to unmask]>
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A LISTSERV list for discussions pertaining to New York State history." <[log in to unmask]>
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Fri, 19 Jun 1998 10:40:12 -0400
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> Sybil Ludington, age 16, rode all night without dismounting, a distance of 40
> miles on roads that were narrow and unmarked.  Paul Revere, an experienced
> professional courier rode less than 14 miles over good roads in two hours with
> a stop for supper.

QED the power of the pen...  Ms Luddington lacked Mr. Longfellow

Beverly Martin

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