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Lucky move - Eddie Cantor (lzzy Iskowitch) was in thirteenth place last year is now fifth
Lucky move - Eddie Cantor (lzzy Iskowitch) was in thirteenth place last year is now fifth

Lucky move - Eddie Cantor (lzzy Iskowitch) was in thirteenth place last year is now fifth

Date11/12/1934
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Original Toronto Star caption: Lucky move - Eddie Cantor (lzzy Iskowitch) was in thirteenth place last year is now fifth. In 1930, when he retired, his wealth was estimated at $2,500,000. The market crash forced him back to work. His screen and radio contracts probably make him nearly $1,000,000
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
Usage Rights Public Domain (Learn More)
Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0036265F
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