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I Want to Stand By the River

Author: John M. Henson

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First Line: There is a city whose streets are gold
Title: I Want to Stand By the River
Author: John M. Henson
Refrain First Line: I want to stand by the river of life
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Golden Gates for Singing Schools and Conventions #d108

Golden Gates for Singing Schools and Conventions #d108

Star of Promise #110

Star of Promise #110

Timely Songs for Church, Singing School and Conventions #d94

Timely Songs for Church, Singing School and Conventions #d94
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