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Fortune Found in Chinese Zodiac-Themed Scratch-off
Catonsville Couple Claim $8,888 Year of the Rat Top Prize

 (Baltimore) – Ann and Edward Bartlinski from Catonsville have spent their lives helping others.  They have seven children, three of which were        adopted from China.  The couple’s latest venture is to open an orphanage in China for special needs children.  Their connection to China is the    reason why they decided to purchase a few Year of the Rat scratch-off tickets.   According to Chinese tradition, the rat is an astrological symbol that corresponds with this year and represents good fortune and wealth.  And lucky for them, they chose that ticket and won the $8,888 top prize.

“Dr. Ed,” as the Chiropractor’s patients call him, was at work on Wednesday when Ann called him with the good news.  The couple came to Lottery headquarters today with their two youngest daughters, Emilia and Lucy.  “Our oldest child is about to graduate from college, so this win came at a great time,” said Ed.  “This will definitely help towards the graduation party and gifts.”

All seven kids have ideas of their own as to how they want to spend the money, ranging from a trip to Disney World or China to a new car.The winning ticket was purchased at Short Stop News, located inside the Mall in Columbia.

 

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