The plight of our poor

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The plight of our poor

Date7/13/1972

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Olsen, Bob, 1931-2022 (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Original Toronto Star caption: The plight of our poor: They're ignored by politicians and find little sympathy with most Canadians; says a report to an international conference on welfare to be held in The Hague. What's more; it says; Canadian social planners react to problems after the fact.

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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_0009290F

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