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This Day in Jazz History

On this day: April 26

1886
Blues singer Ma Rainey born in Columbus, GA.

1907
Drummer Dave Tough born in Oak Park, IL.

1921
Reedman/composer Jimmy Giuffre born in Dallas, TX.

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