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Photograph caption dated March 19, 1957 reads "Tiny Tim, weighing just 1 1/2 pounds, one of smallest Yorkshire terriers in existence, poses with his proud owner, Mrs. Aileen Martello of 2652 W. Avenue K, Lancaster. Canine, 18 months old and valued at $5,000, is father of two puppies. He and Mrs. Martello, former Burbank City Hall telephone operator, were photographed as they visited City Hall where Tiny Tim quickly became center of attraction."
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1 photographic print : b&w ; 26 x 21 cm. Portrait photographs.
Pet owners--California--Burbank (Los Angeles County) Women--California--Burbank (Los Angeles County) Yorkshire terrier--California--Burbank (Los Angeles County) Dogs--California--Burbank (Los Angeles County) Pets--California--Burbank (Los Angeles County) Burbank (Los Angeles County, Calif.)
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