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Eight Forty-Eight 7/3/2008
A Father's Fourth of July




 
 
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For one Chicagoan, the stars and stripes displayed on t-shirts, lapel pins and hats around July Fourth evoke more than patriotism, Alene Frost writes that it also brings up memories of an especially influential member of her family.
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Lois Werner, Boca Raton, FL // Sunday, July 06, 2008 @ 3:13 PM

Beautifully spoken and written--it brought tears to my eyes. We are so proud of you and your tribute to your Father. We were lucky to have known him. Lois and Dick Werner

Bonnie and David Spangler, Northbrook, IL // Tuesday, July 15, 2008 @ 1:37 PM

We always knew that Howard was a remarkable man, but Alene's touching tribute has further strengthened our admiration for him. We, too, feel fortunate to have known him for so many years.

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