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Correction: Harold McGraw ObituaryNEW YORK — In the headline of a March 24 obituary of Harold McGraw Jr., The Associated Press gave an incorrect first name for the former CEO of McGraw-Hill Cos. and grandson of the publishing and financial analysis company's founder. McGraw's correct first name was Harold, as reported in the story, not Howard.
Marty Lederhandler, AP lensman for 66 years, dies
Singer Johnny Maestro dies in Fla.NEW YORK — Singer Johnny Maestro of the rock-and-roll and doo-wop band The Brooklyn Bridge has died.
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