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        <ExplanationTxt>Grantee Name: CE Byrd High School; Grantee Address: 3201 Line Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71104; Grantee relationsips: Foundation support of High School; Property Description: Supplies and Equipment to support academics; Date of Gift: various; Amount Given: $54,000</ExplanationTxt>
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