Clam Chowder without crumbs

2 small onions , chopped 1 cup celery , chopped 2 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup butter 4 (6 ounce) cans minced clams (drained, save for broth) 4 (10 3/4 ounce)[...]

6 slices bacon , finely chopped 1 cup onion , finely chopped 1/4 teaspoon paprika 3 cups cold water 3 cups potatoes , peeled and cut into 1/2 inch dice 1/2[...]

4 slices bacon , chopped 3 (6 1/2 ounce) cans whole shelled clams 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine 1/2 cup chopped celery 1/2 cup chopped onion[...]