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Vision of charity: Ken Davis of Toronto and wife Ruth check used eyeglasses they are taking to Haiti for distribution to the needy.
Vision of charity: Ken Davis of Toronto and wife Ruth check used eyeglasses they are taking to Haiti for distribution to the needy.

Vision of charity: Ken Davis of Toronto and wife Ruth check used eyeglasses they are taking to Haiti for distribution to the needy.

Date1/17/1986
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      ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
      CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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      Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
      Object NumberTSPA_0126488F
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