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On the recordFebruary 11, 1999
Mrs. Lyda Lee Williams Saunders Whyte or Lady Lyda, the title bestowed on her by the pastors of the Brooklyn's Bridge Street A.M.E. Church, is a valiant community and church leader.
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Edolphus Towns

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Tribute to Lady Lyda for her community and church leadership.

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