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Papers
- -09-16-09 Mary Travers Dies (CNN News)
"Mary Travers of 1960s folk trio Peter, Paul and Mary, has died, according to her publicist. She was 72."
"Peter, Paul and Mary recorded hits still recognized now, including 'Leaving on a Jet Plane,' 'Puff the Magic Dragon' and 'Where Have All the Flowers Gone.' They performed together for nearly 50 years, winning five Grammys and releasing 13 Top 40 hits, six of them in the Top 10 charts."
"Their debut album, 'Peter, Paul and Mary' was on the Top 10 chart for 10 months. Travers also recorded four solo albums in the 1970s." 09-09
- -09-17-09 Mary Travers Dies (VocalGroup.org)
"Though they attained legendary status as performers and recording artists, their motives reached beyond the desire for wealth, as indicated by the time and energy they devoted to nonprofit activities and benefits. They were more than just entertainers. With two guitars, three voices, and a lot of integrity, they became one of the most respected groups in the history of pop vocal music." 09-09
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