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Photograph was edited for publication purposes Photograph caption dated July 3, 1950 reads, "Erma Lucien, left, and Martin Wilson, center, are shown working on July Fourth novelties at Occupation Exchange in Burbank. Manager Lloyd Hurd is at right. The unique Valley institution has just moved into a new location, where more room will be available for its work." The article partially reads, "Only known institution of its kind west of the Mississippi, Occupation Exchange rehabilitation center where handicapped persons may earn while learning a livelihood, will open July 5 at 1843 Empire Ave., Burbank. Sponsored by the Burbank Exchange Club, the non-profit organization is a community project aimed for the entire San Fernando Valley."
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1 photographic print :b&w ;21 x 26 cm. Photographic prints
Occupation Exchange (Burbank, Los Angeles County, Calif.) Exchange Club of Burbank (Burbank, Los Angeles County, Calif.) Rehabilitation centers--California--Burbank (Los Angeles County) People with disabilities--Employment--California--Burbank (Los Angeles County) People with disabilities--California--Burbank (Los Angeles County) Men--California--Burbank (Los Angeles County) Women--California--Burbank (Los Angeles County) Burbank (Los Angeles County, Calif.) Valley Times Collection photographs
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