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- ↑ Collins, Glenn (December 7, 1991). "Hellinger Theater Sold To Church". The New York Times. p. 13.
- ↑ "Peter Allen Original Broadcast "Legs Diamond"". www.discogs.com. Retrieved 11 September 2015.