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Edward Dando, English thief

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Edward Dando

Thief and glutton in London (c. 1803 – 1832)

Edward Dando was a thief who came to public notice in Britain because of his unusual habit of overeating at food stalls and inns, and then revealing that he had no money to pay. Although the fare he consumed was varied, he was particularly fond of oysters, having once eaten 25…
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August 28

Day of the year

August 28 is the 240th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 125 days remain until the end of the year.
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