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1982 - Bill Kleppinger, traditional jazz mandolinist from New Orleans, Louisiana passed away on this day. He was born in 1897, and shortly after the turn of the century, he was playing with the 'Six and 7/8 String Band' and the 'Invincibles'. He played for more than fifty years, and was the brother-in-law of 'New Orleans Rhythm Kings' leader, Paul Mares. Bill died in New Orleans. |