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White-suited Charley Pride last night was an island of sincerity in a sea of corn at the CNE country and western show, says Star staff writer Doug Fea(...)
White-suited Charley Pride last night was an island of sincerity in a sea of corn at the CNE country and western show, says Star staff writer Doug Fea(...)

White-suited Charley Pride last night was an island of sincerity in a sea of corn at the CNE country and western show, says Star staff writer Doug Fea(...)

Date8/29/1973
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Original Toronto Star caption: White-suited Charley Pride last night was an island of sincerity in a sea of corn at the CNE country and western show, says Star staff writer Doug Featherling. His singing brought more than appreciative response from a full house.
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