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Hit by a poor first half, retailers hope sales will help
Hit by a poor first half, retailers hope sales will help

Hit by a poor first half, retailers hope sales will help

Date8/24/1992
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Original Toronto Star caption: Hit by a poor first half; retailers hope sales will help. Some stores report an improvmeent but times are tough for department stores.
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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_0015289F
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