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  • Writer: Lawrence Lore
    Lawrence Lore
  • Aug 25, 2025
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Worn by Lawrence County resident,  J Gillesie when she was about 6 months old.  Circa 1940s
Worn by Lawrence County resident, J Gillesie when she was about 6 months old. Circa 1940s

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