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1. More scenes from the 2010 LaPorte County Fair

   

   A panoramic shot shows the contrasting modes of ridership at the fair.

   Photos by Dennis Proud

   (Click on photos to enlarge) 

   

   Horse and rider work as one.

   

   A line of vintage tractors is led by a rare green Allis-Chalmers machine.

   

   The midway glows Tuesday evening, July 20.

   

   A team and wagon kick up some dust in the draft horse arena.

   

   Costumed musicians provide free music at Pioneer Land.

   

   A perfect evening at the fair.

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