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Scott Joplin

By Deborah Creighton Skinner | Published June 23, 2010 | Full size is 511 × 346 pixels

The “King of Ragtime,” Scott Joplin was a composer and pianist famous for his unique compositions. His pieces include the "Maple Leaf Rag" and The Entertainer. (Date issued: June 9, 1983)

The “King of Ragtime,” Scott Joplin was a composer and pianist famous for his unique…