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The Symbol of B'nai B'rith is this candelabrum, called a menorah
The Symbol of B'nai B'rith is this candelabrum, called a menorah

The Symbol of B'nai B'rith is this candelabrum, called a menorah

Date11/12/1968
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Original Toronto Star caption: The Symbol of B'nai B'rith is this candelabrum; called a menorah. Two Toronto members; Harry Cohen and Sonny Tweyman are lit by tis glow.
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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_0013267F
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