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Purse Snatchers
Never underestimate the spending power of a woman
July
1
1973
Linda Charlton
Purse Snatchers
Linda Charlton
July
1
1973
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PICTURED ESSAYS
Purse Snatchers
Never underestimate the spending power of a woman
July
1
1973
Linda Charlton
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