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David Smyth: A Short Story

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David Smyth is a family member I will never forget, Dave was sent to a prison in Newton Iowa in the year 2014. He was my uncle 's brother and a role model for me. Dave had a buzzed haircut, dark skin tone and he stood about 5’ 8” off the ground. You know it’s David when you see him, he had a distinct walk with his broad shoulders and his quickly paced walk. Dave got places by riding his bike, he did not own a car or a house. He lived with friends and family. One Sunday afternoon, my family including Dave was at my grandparents and I helped Dave fix the brakes on his

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