Soupeaters, kids and their toys
Photograph -- Black-and-White Photograph
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2004.44.60Description
39 Images of Soupeaters Christmas Party - circa 1920. Al Look, who wrote "On Guard for The Daily Sentinel, collected old unwanted toys, Grand Junction firemen repaired them and the toys were then given to less fortunate children at a free show at the Avalon Theatre. Around 1,500 children got toys. There are 23 photos in this files No. 39 through 62. Photoswere by Frank Dean.This is a black and white photograph picturing a crowd of women and children carrying toys. They are wearing jackets and hats and are standing in front of the Avalon theater.