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The luck of the lion, Phase two of Scarborough's Chartwell Shopping Centre opened last week with a ceremonial lion dance, performed by members of the (...)
The luck of the lion, Phase two of Scarborough's Chartwell Shopping Centre opened last week with a ceremonial lion dance, performed by members of the (...)

The luck of the lion, Phase two of Scarborough's Chartwell Shopping Centre opened last week with a ceremonial lion dance, performed by members of the (...)

Date11/30/1988
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Original Toronto Star caption: The luck of the lion; Phase two of Scarborough's Chartwell Shopping Centre opened last week with a ceremonial lion dance; performed by members of the J.M. Kung Fu Club; which brings good luck and prosperity to its audience.
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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0112447F
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