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The Problem of Panhandling, After two years of recession, panhandlers are showing up in growing numbers on the streets of Canada's major cities
The Problem of Panhandling, After two years of recession, panhandlers are showing up in growing numbers on the streets of Canada's major cities

The Problem of Panhandling, After two years of recession, panhandlers are showing up in growing numbers on the streets of Canada's major cities

Date12/26/1988
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Original Toronto Star caption: The Problem of Panhandling; After two years of recession; panhandlers are showing up in growing numbers on the streets of Canada's major cities
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Object NumberTSPA_0011348F
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