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Sturgis

American  
[stur-jis] / ˈstɜr dʒɪs /

noun

  1. Russell, 1836–1909, U.S. architect and author.


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Alongside soft pretzels, hard pretzels became a popular yet cheap bar snack thanks to Julius Sturgis, who founded the first commercial pretzel bakery in the town of Lititz, located in Lancaster County.

From Salon • Apr. 28, 2026

He also appeared in guest roles on the original “Matlock” and “MacGyver” and played convicted Watergate burglar Frank Sturgis in the 1976 classic “All the President’s Men.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 3, 2024

The voices included those of his younger collaborators, Hunter Sturgis and Nikolai McKenzie, who introduced themselves and joined Avilés in a lecture-demonstration of his Swift/Flow technique.

From New York Times • May 27, 2024

Initial statements from authorities did not say whether the incident might be linked to the 10-day Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, which draws hundreds of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts to the Black Hills city every year.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 9, 2023

It stood northwest of Rapid City, near the town of Sturgis.

From "In the Footsteps of Crazy Horse" by Joseph Marshall III

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