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Southwest Philadelphia Block Renamed After Rev. Paul ‘Earthquake' Moore
About 100 people showed up to the ceremony, including his wife and daughter.
October 24, 2021
Late community activist Reverend Paul Moore, known by his nickname “Earthquake,” is now a permanent fixture of Southwest Philadelphia. On Saturday, 70th and Woodward Streets were officially renamed after Moore.
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The honor comes after his lifelong dedication to the community. About 100 people showed up to the ceremony, including his wife and daughter.
Rev. Moore died earlier this year at age 62.
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