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       SFGate.com reports that this years San Francisco Drag King 2001 Contest is being held July 14. The event will be hosted by Leigh Crow (formerly Elvis Herselvis) and Laurie the Shack Bushman. The competition for the coveted family jewels promises to be stiff as the attendees will include Paul Wanka, Rod Rising, and the Woodyz. The festivities are taking place at SomArts, 934 Brannan St., San Francisco. Call (415) 552-2131 for further information.     

        
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