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In 1969, Sylvia Mugford played with her son, Jonas, after a 17-month court battle to get him away from the family that adopted him. Now Jonas, who is (...)
In 1969, Sylvia Mugford played with her son, Jonas, after a 17-month court battle to get him away from the family that adopted him. Now Jonas, who is (...)

In 1969, Sylvia Mugford played with her son, Jonas, after a 17-month court battle to get him away from the family that adopted him. Now Jonas, who is (...)

Date12/10/1969
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Original Toronto Star caption: In 1969; Sylvia Mugford played with her son; Jonas; after a 17-month court battle to get him away from the family that adopted him. Now Jonas; who is 8; has been turned over by police to the Metro Children's Aid Society.
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CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Object NumberTSPA_0021425F
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