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The last day of freedom before going back to school -- and the long stretch until spring holidays--is precious to these boys playing hockey on their b(...)
The last day of freedom before going back to school -- and the long stretch until spring holidays--is precious to these boys playing hockey on their b(...)

The last day of freedom before going back to school -- and the long stretch until spring holidays--is precious to these boys playing hockey on their b(...)

Date1/2/1973
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  • The last day of freedom before going back to school -- and the long stretch until spring holidays--is precious to these boys playing hockey on their boy-made on Grenadier Pond in High Park. They decided that Big Duck Pond; as they call it; would be just the spot for a game of choose-up. Everyone helped in clearing the ice; using improvised shovels or their hockey sticks. The goal posts were the traditional pair of bo Yesterday was bright and cold for their game; tomorrow be different; a high of 45 and overcast skies with rain are [Incomplete]
  • The last day of freedom before going back to school -- and the long stretch until spring holidays--is precious to these boys playing hockey on their b(...)
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Original Toronto Star caption: The last day of freedom before going back to school -- and the long stretch until spring holidays--is precious to these boys playing hockey on their boy-made on Grenadier Pond in High Park. They decided that Big Duck Pond; as they call it; would be just the spot for a game of choose-up. Everyone helped in clearing the ice; using improvised shovels or their hockey sticks. The goal posts were the traditional pair of bo Yesterday was bright and cold for their game; tomorrow be different; a high of 45 and overcast skies with rain are [Incomplete]
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    ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
    CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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    Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
    Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0114496F
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