Mavericks can'i import iPhoto library from MBP

Trying to import an iPhoto library from an older MBP running Lion onto a new Mac mini, I follow instructions to upgrade the old library, so the newer version of iPhoto on the mini can see it. Downloaded the upgrader and run it but iPhoto quits. Going back to the upgrader it says that the library is already upgraded. When I attempt to open iPhoto it goes back to examining the library for a couple minutes, then quits.

What's the easiest way to do this?
Connect the clone, open the Users folder on it, and then your home folder and Pictures. Next, drag the iPhoto Library to the corresponding location on the iMac.
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