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Dr. Alwin Parchment holds fine acupuncture needle. The Willowdale physician does not charge for acupuncture treatments.
Dr. Alwin Parchment holds fine acupuncture needle. The Willowdale physician does not charge for acupuncture treatments.

Dr. Alwin Parchment holds fine acupuncture needle. The Willowdale physician does not charge for acupuncture treatments.

Date3/14/1973
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      ProvenanceCourtesy: Toronto Star Photograph Archives
      CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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      Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
      Object NumberTSPA_0131851F
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      Bull, Ron
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      Olsen, Bob, 1931-2022
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      Loek, Dick
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      Norris, Dave
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      Acupuncture is hailed by many, Can a needle in your foot help your liver?
      McConnell, Colin
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      One-inch acupuncture needle, They were used to treat arthritis
      One-inch acupuncture needle, They were used to treat arthritis
      Lennon, Frank
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      Acupuncture needle is inserted in patient's hand
      Acupuncture needle is inserted in patient's hand
      Loek, Dick
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