William Taft's Favorite Breakfast Food Was More Suited For Dinner
William Taft is famous for being a little on the heavier side for the time period he lived in. His favorite breakfast food might help explain that fact.
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William Taft is famous for being a little on the heavier side for the time period he lived in. His favorite breakfast food might help explain that fact.
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