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Old 09-05-2006, 07:27 AM   #261
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I slaughtered your family, now I'm after you.

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... isn't quite enough to open a casino.

Two little indians...
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...doesn't make an indian summer!


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Is enough to cause 19th century leaders to force a relocation!

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