Up in smoke
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Antique matchcovers that are part of private collections in the US range from those from airlines, railroads or Four Seasons hotels to those which feature certain animals. However, as disposable lighters and anti-smoking movement became the vogue, match collection began to die as a hobby.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1996
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Philanthropic realtor Craig Millard came out of nowhere, noisily rocketed into the city's beau monde, and left a lot of people saying, Huh?
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Philanthropist and founder of Prudential Preferred Properties, Craig Millard, is one of Philadelphia's most influential people, with directorships on over 10 nonprofit boards. A profile of Craig Millard is presented.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1998
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Till death do us sue
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Issues are discussed concerning the conduct of divorce law attorney Norman Perlberger who was accused of cheating two women, a girlfriend and his wife, out of their fair share of financial settlements.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 1998
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