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Fred Thompson: He's trying to find 4,000 pairs of used skates for needy children in northern Ontario.
Fred Thompson: He's trying to find 4,000 pairs of used skates for needy children in northern Ontario.

Fred Thompson: He's trying to find 4,000 pairs of used skates for needy children in northern Ontario.

Date9/22/1983
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      ProvenanceCourtesy: Toronto Star Photograph Archives
      CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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      Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
      Object NumberTSPA_0134823F
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