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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2001

Although no specific proposal has been made, the leader of the Connecticut town of Plainfield said he'd consider hosting a casino if the Nipmuc Nation made an offer.

In a radio interview, First Selectman Paul Sweet said the town should keep an open mind about a casino. He will be stepping down from his position later this year.

The tribe, based in Massachusetts, has reportedly considered the town for the site of a potential casino.

The tribe's federal recognition status is on hold pending review by Assistant Secretary Neal McCaleb. On Monday, he declined to acknowledge the Muwekma Tribe of California.

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Sweet: Casino may go in Plainfield (The Norwich Bulletin 8/1)

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