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1954 Press Photo Singer Yma Sumac arrives in New York for concert tour.

This is an original press photo. Actress - Yma Sumac, the part Indian Peruvian singer, stands on deck of liner United States here following arrival today from a European concert tour. U.S. immigration authorities were on hand to greet Yma, but only to detain her. Edward J. Shaughnessy, district immigrations director, would not say what the trouble was. Yma, paroled to the Peruvian consul general, was at a loss to explain her detention. Her husband, Moises Vivanco, detained on his arrival here last month, was cleared by immigration officials last.Photo measures 6.75 x 9.75inches. Photo is dated 7-6-1954.

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Historic Images Part Number: hpp02637