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TIL that upon his 1926 death, the will of a wealthy Toronto lawyer promised a large fortune to the Toronto woman who would have the most children. After a decade of legal fights, 4 women (each with 9 children) would share the prize, of which the Toronto government garnished a significant share.

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TIL that upon his 1926 death, the will of a wealthy Toronto lawyer promised a large fortune to the Toronto woman who would have the most children. After a decade of legal fights, 4 women (each with 9 children) would share the prize, of which the Toronto government garnished a significant share.

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