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Chantek, a mother at 8 1/2, gives her new son a hug
Chantek, a mother at 8 1/2, gives her new son a hug

Chantek, a mother at 8 1/2, gives her new son a hug

Date1/19/1984
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Original Toronto Star caption: Chantek; a mother at 8 1/2; gives her new son a hug
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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_0116289F
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