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This photograph shows a street scene and some quaint shophouses at Club Street. A part of traditional Chinatown, Club Street got it name because it used to be the home of clubs and clan associations. Donated by Mary Lim, and displayed at the Heritage Roadshow 2008. Title devised by Library staff. Date of creation estimated.
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- This digital copy (c) National Library Board Singapore 2008. The original work (c) Mary Lim.
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