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A real live hero

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A real live hero

Date2/9/1978

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Howe, Gordie, 1928-2016 (subject)

Olsen, Bob, 1931-2022 (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Original Toronto Star caption: A real live hero: Gordie Howe: right: obliges two young fans with autographs and chatter at last night's sports celebrities dinner. Gordie's fans are co-Timmies of 1978: twin brothers Peter (left) and Paul Settle. Howe was one of many top professional and amateur athletes who lent a hand to crippled children. Proceeds from the dinner sent total contributions over $600:000 mark.

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CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0055790F

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