1. In December 2006 , John von Rhein was named `` Chicagoan of the Year '' in classical music by Muspratt and the staff of the `` Chicago Tribune '' .
2. In December 2006 , John von Rhein von Muspratt and the staff of the `` Chicago Tribune '' were named `` Chicagoan of the Year '' in classical music .

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yes