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George zoltan lefton, a hungarian immigrant who came to the united states in 1939, was the driving force behind lefton china. Walk through real restored homes and other buildings including a general store and a courthouse. A company history, display of manufacturing marks, and over 360 color. The community was mostly protestant, in contrast to the nearby 220house north portal estates, which was a mostly jewish neighborhood. Lefton needle in a haystack 11581 colonial village. Lefton 6 pcs colonial christmas village 07329 good samaritan band. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Colonial village is a historic garden apartment complex located at arlington county, virginia, united states. Euc lefton colonial village good neighbors haven building house 11505 christmas see more. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
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