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- ↑ "King Statue will honor the slain leader. It should also inspire residents". Fayetteville Observer. January 17, 2007.
- ↑ "MARSHVILLE SCULPTOR'S WORK TO MARK 20TH YEAR OF ARTS COUNCIL". Charlotte Observer. November 29, 2000.
