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Generous publicans and residents have dug deep into their pockets to help Coventry
Generous publicans and residents have dug deep into their pockets to help Coventry schoolboy Kevin Smith who suffers fro cerebral palsy. The regulars at McGuigans pub in Swanswell Street, Hillfields, stepped in when they heard the family needed money to continue his treatment. Pictured, pub landlord David GG McGuigan and Carmel Ward hold Kevin as regulars and parents look on. 10th March 1990
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Coventry
West Midlands
England
CET 90 178613
Media ID 21918704
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Coventry Fundraising Public House Publican Pubs 1990 Manager West Midlands
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In this heartwarming photo print, we witness the incredible generosity of publicans and residents in Coventry as they rally together to support young Kevin Smith, a schoolboy battling cerebral palsy. The compassionate regulars at McGuigans pub on Swanswell Street in Hillfields stepped up when they learned that Kevin's family required financial assistance for his ongoing treatment. Captured in this poignant image are pub landlord David GG McGuigan and Carmel Ward cradling Kevin, surrounded by both loyal patrons and grateful parents. Their united efforts symbolize the power of community coming together for a noble cause. Dated 10th March 1990, this snapshot serves as a timeless reminder of the compassion and selflessness exhibited during times of need. It showcases how individuals from all walks of life can make an impactful difference through their collective kindness. This photograph is not just about fundraising; it represents the unwavering spirit found within Coventry during the 1990s. It highlights the resilience and empathy that define West Midlands' communities even today. As we gaze upon this touching scene frozen in time, let us be inspired by these generous souls who dug deep into their pockets to help one young boy overcome adversity. May their actions serve as a testament to the boundless potential for goodwill that resides within each one of us.
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