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Photograph was edited for publication purposes Photograph caption dated December 12, 1963 reads "Mrs. Santa Claus is the newest Red Cross volunteer, and she will be in the Valley Friday giving out Save-A-Life Sunday posters to stores and information to the public on how to 'share the real joy of giving' by being a blood donor on Dec. 22--Save-A-Life Sunday. She will be accompanied by Herman Hemoglobin, a blood-drop-shaped elf who has been chosen by the Red Cross as a blood donor mascot. Mrs. Claus is putting the finishing touches on one of the Hermans in the picture above. Prospective donors may call 873-1526 for a blood bank location."
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American Red Cross Women--California--San Fernando Valley Volunteers--California--San Fernando Valley Associations, institutions, etc.--California--San Fernando Valley Mascots--California--San Fernando Valley Signs and signboards--California--San Fernando Valley Logos (Symbols)--California--San Fernando Valley Costumes San Fernando Valley (Calif.) Valley Times Collection photographs
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