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Sylvia Abbott, above, runs her own business producing lingerie and swimwear
Sylvia Abbott, above, runs her own business producing lingerie and swimwear

Sylvia Abbott, above, runs her own business producing lingerie and swimwear

Date3/17/1987
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Original Toronto Star caption: Sylvia Abbott; above; runs her own business producing lingerie and swimwear. Two years ago she was on welfare. Now; with help from an experiment in welfare reform; she's on her way.
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0023448F
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