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1 story matching brilliant
Scanning errors are common in old newsprint. Also try:brillianc, brill, brant, bryant, pliant
- The Grand Opening of the Occidental Hotel
John Collins opened the Occidental Hotel to thousands with free food and drink; it now accepts guests.