"Stoneman Willie: The Mysterious Mummy Finally Laid to Rest in Pennsylvania"

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"Stoneman Willie: The Mysterious Mummy Finally Laid to Rest in Pennsylvania"
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After 128 years, the mummified remains of a man known as "Stoneman Willie" have been identified as James Murphy and finally buried in Reading, Pennsylvania. The mummy, accidentally preserved by undertakers, had been on display at a local funeral home for decades, attracting fascination from locals and researchers alike. The burial took place during the city's 275th anniversary celebrations, with a crowd gathering to bid farewell to the enigmatic figure.

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