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Mott Haven tenant leader passes away

Posted on 13. Jul, 2009 by .

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By Maria Clark maria.clark@motthavenherald.com Shirley Flowers was more than just a lifelong resident of the Jose de Diego-Beekman houses which span East 138th, 143d St., and St. Ann’s and Jackson Avenues. Flowers, who died in May from complications related to diabetes, was Beekman’s most ardent protector for over 30 years, fighting to keep crime and [...]

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