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What is Holyoke's nickname due to its history in paper production?

  • The Paper City

  • The Silk City

  • The Wool City

  • The Steel City

Answer

Due to its significant contribution to paper production in the 19th century, Holyoke is commonly referred to as "The Paper City". At its peak, it produced an estimated 80% of the writing paper used in the United States.
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