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Jackson Memorial Tix Hit eBay

One listed for $20K; most under $1K

By Matt Cantor, Newser Staff

Posted Jul 6, 2009 8:01 AM CDT

(Newser) – Vouchers for Michael Jackson's memorial service hit eBay and Craigslist just after winners were notified of their good luck, CBS News reports. Most were advertised for less than $1,000, but one voucher was for immediate sale for $20,000. Some of the Craigslist postings... Read full story »

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