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May 19, 2024

　　A holdover from the early 20th century, the former governor's residence, with its front porch colonnade and touches of gold paint, fronts an expanse of lawn. It's one of the signature buildings of the city. The only way to gain entry is to be invited to a shin-dig with the governor or to actually become the governor.

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