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Downcast Bettor George Ingham, 71-year-old retired war veteran, looks sadly at betting receipt from off-track wagering shop which should have won him (...)
Downcast Bettor George Ingham, 71-year-old retired war veteran, looks sadly at betting receipt from off-track wagering shop which should have won him (...)

Downcast Bettor George Ingham, 71-year-old retired war veteran, looks sadly at betting receipt from off-track wagering shop which should have won him (...)

Date5/8/1969
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Original Toronto Star caption: Downcast Bettor George Ingham; 71-year-old retired war veteran; looks sadly at betting receipt from off-track wagering shop which should have won him $194.25. Agency didn't pay off; however; saying it never got copies from storekeeper of $15 wager he made.
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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0003755F
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