Children's Charity Auction - New York

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The new Angel painting posted below will be auctioned a the Baker Victory Nite, Friday May 6th, 2005. Click on picture link for details and number if you are interested in purchasing. Hope you can help this organization that does so much for hurting children. Posted by Hello

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