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New residence for drug addicts

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New residence for drug addicts

Date10/6/1966

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Innell, Reg, 1926-2018 (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Original Toronto Star caption: New residence for drug addicts. Mayor Philip givens was greeted by Commissioner E. Grinsted and Mrs. Grinsted at opening ceremonies yesterday of the new Homestead residence for drug addicts operated by the Salvation Army. Major Elizabeth Peacocke; R. C. Meech; Q.C.; and Col. L. Russell also attended the ceremonies.

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