Man found within state lines? (3)

I believe the answer is:

eli

(Other definitions for eli that I've seen before include "Shiloh priest (Bible)" , "Biblical high priest" , "Old Testament high priest" , "Man" , "Biblical teacher of Samuel" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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