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2 stories matching swimmin
Scanning errors are common in old newsprint. Also try:swimmer, swim, immin, crimmin
- The Great Swimmin' Hole Scandal
A group of local boys face the judge for skinny-dipping in the Columbia, sparking a call for a proper municipal dressing house.
- No More Skinny Dipping
The Chief of Police issues a strict mandate to local youth regarding appropriate canal attire.