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Subject: Eugene Bowser Original Pullman Porter Dies

Original Pullman Porter and Last Living Porter in Chicago Dies
 
Eugene Bowser, 96 years old, born on January 4, 1915, died November 17, 2011.
  Eugene Bowser was an original Pullman Porter.  In 2008, Bowser was featured in
 Jet, Ebony, Defender and other news media as the only living
Pullman Porter in the Chicago-land Area. 
 
A Celebration of his life will be held at his church of over 50 years
 
Metropolitan Apostolic Community Church, 4100 South King
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