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Sister Theresa Khen, one of nine nuns who care for 1,245 young orphans, walks with two little ones
Sister Theresa Khen, one of nine nuns who care for 1,245 young orphans, walks with two little ones

Sister Theresa Khen, one of nine nuns who care for 1,245 young orphans, walks with two little ones

Date2/20/1973
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Original Toronto Star caption: Sister Theresa Khen; one of nine nuns who care for 1;245 young orphans; walks with two little ones.
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      ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
      CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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      Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
      Object NumberTSPA_0018773F
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