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Emmorton Schoolhouse Officially Designated Historic Landmark
The Emmorton Schoolhouse has been officially designed an historic landmark by county officials and the Historic Preservation Commission.

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The Emmorton Schoolhouse has been officially designed an historic landmark by county officials and the Historic Preservation Commission.

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