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Looks like Sam Zell may not be buying Tribune Co. after all.

In an eBayish twist, a few Los Angeles billionaires have raised him a dollar per share.

Zell, who said he is "intrigued by innefficient markets" may be a better match for the paper, though. He just might be the shot in the arm the failing business needs.

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