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An ancient art: George Blake, a retired psychologist and founder of the Durham Folklore Society, some times uses drums to dramatize his tales.
An ancient art: George Blake, a retired psychologist and founder of the Durham Folklore Society, some times uses drums to dramatize his tales.

An ancient art: George Blake, a retired psychologist and founder of the Durham Folklore Society, some times uses drums to dramatize his tales.

Date11/27/1992
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  • An ancient art: George Blake, a retired psychologist and founder of the Durham Folklore Society, some times uses drums to dramatize his tales.
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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_0125462F
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