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Word: lapper (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1925-1925
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...Ferguson talked, with figures and statements supporting his argument beside him. He leaned back in his chair clasping his neck with his left hand. He has extraordinary charm. His language is rich and picturesque, his grammar all his own. 'A nigger-lipped sand-lapper,' was the description of one opponent. He described the unwillingness of politicians to leave office as, 'You cain't cut a feller offen his clabber.' His enemies, he said, 'ain't worth hating, nohow...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: WOMEN: In Texas | 12/7/1925 | See Source »

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