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Left, Dan McGregor,f 74, found independence, despite multiple sclerosis, in specially renovated quarters in his daughter's home
Left, Dan McGregor,f 74, found independence, despite multiple sclerosis, in specially renovated quarters in his daughter's home

Left, Dan McGregor,f 74, found independence, despite multiple sclerosis, in specially renovated quarters in his daughter's home

Date10/10/1989
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Original Toronto Star caption: Left; Dan McGregor;f 74; found independence; despite multiple sclerosis; in specially renovated quarters in his daughter's home.
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Object NumberTSPA_0022785F
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