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Her letter and poem brought Royal recognition, Twelve-year-old Joyce McGahey, Star carrier girl, of Hillsdale Ave
Her letter and poem brought Royal recognition, Twelve-year-old Joyce McGahey, Star carrier girl, of Hillsdale Ave

Her letter and poem brought Royal recognition, Twelve-year-old Joyce McGahey, Star carrier girl, of Hillsdale Ave

Date6/10/1939
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Original Toronto Star caption: Her letter and poem brought Royal recognition; Twelve-year-old Joyce McGahey; Star carrier girl; of Hillsdale Ave. E.; proudly displays letters of acknowledgment from Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth.
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    ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
    CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
    Usage Rights Public Domain (Learn More)
    Object NumberTSPA_0122450F
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