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A group of women and children smiling and hugging.
Warm smiles greeted 10-year-old Neroy as he met his adoptive mother, Lorraine Hemming of Burlington, and new sisters, Pamela, 18, standing left, and Techla, 15
A group of women and children smiling and hugging.

Warm smiles greeted 10-year-old Neroy as he met his adoptive mother, Lorraine Hemming of Burlington, and new sisters, Pamela, 18, standing left, and Techla, 15

Date8/20/1975
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Original Toronto Star caption: Warm smiles greeted 10-year-old Neroy as he met his adoptive mother; Lorraine Hemming of Burlington; and new sisters; Pamela; 18; standing left; and Techla; 15.
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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_0021545F
Country:Canada
City, town or township:Burlington
Province or state:Ontario
Region or district:Halton (Ont. : Regional municipality)
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