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Our 'Mrs. Emma'
New book by Ross Kelly recounts incredible story of growing up with 'The Lady of 6,000 Songs'
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Author G. Ross Kelly, son of Statesboro legend Emma Kelly, has written a book about growing up in the Kellys' family of 10, in a household full of music and spirit. - photo by Special
She was known as "The Lady of 6,000 Songs." She was featured in a major motion picture based on a New York Times bestseller. She performed for thousands over the span of her career, including presidents, governors, politicians, movie stars, family and friends.
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