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Spreading joy and peace is how Ahura Mazda Om (Alan Smith) describes his role as a Toronto street musician
Spreading joy and peace is how Ahura Mazda Om (Alan Smith) describes his role as a Toronto street musician

Spreading joy and peace is how Ahura Mazda Om (Alan Smith) describes his role as a Toronto street musician

Date7/15/1975
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Original Toronto Star caption: Spreading joy and peace is how Ahura Mazda Om (Alan Smith) describes his role as a Toronto street musician. He's just one of dozens who play; sing and dance around town to mixed reactions from citizens; shop owners and the police. Some earn up to $300 a week.
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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_0102917F
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