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New York Beggars Boom As Tourist Season Peaks
A Times report notes heightened panhandling in New York during warm weather with tourists in city theatres, shopping districts, and subways. Beggars employ new methods including threats at times, and a boost from a hippie mendicant duo near Bloomingdale’s. Some claim week earnings of 200 to 300 dollars. many beggars pretend to be blind, though licenses do not exist. A Harvard Crimson plan for a competing weekly is announced, aiming for in depth features and signed editorials from community members.
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