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Also Known As Luis Alberto Ferré
Born February 17, 1904 • Ponce • Puerto Rico
Died October 21, 2003 (aged 99) • San Juan • Puerto Rico
Title / Office governor (1969-1973), Puerto Rico
Founder New Progressive Party
Political Affiliation New Progressive Party
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