Organizations. A.S.P.C.A. / [compiled by Queens Borough Public Library, Long Island Division].

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Organizations. A.S.P.C.A. / [compiled by Queens Borough Public Library, Long Island Division].

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Consists of newspaper clippings and pamphlets. Material is still being added when appropriate. Clippings are photocopied onto acid free paper and bound when sufficient material accumulates.

Queens Borough Public Library

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