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Construction of Metro's new convention centre and hotel complex, far right, has provided 2,500 man-years of work
Construction of Metro's new convention centre and hotel complex, far right, has provided 2,500 man-years of work

Construction of Metro's new convention centre and hotel complex, far right, has provided 2,500 man-years of work

Date4/11/1984
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  • Construction of Metro's new convention centre and hotel complex; far right; has provided 2;500 man-years of work.
  • Construction of Metro's new convention centre and hotel complex, far right, has provided 2,500 man-years of work
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Original Toronto Star caption: Construction of Metro's new convention centre and hotel complex; far right; has provided 2;500 man-years of work.
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