On Certain Sums of Stirling Numbers with Binomial Coefficients
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We study two sums involving the Stirling numbers and binomial coefficients. We find their closed forms, and discuss the connection between these sums. Dedicated to the memory of our mentors, Professors Leonard Carlitz and Albert Nijenhuis
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