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Yesterday's rain didn't help matters but Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Boylen came prepared with an umbrella. The ball was great success with new and old friends getting a chance to meet. The club was elaborately decorated for the occasion with 4,000 roses adding a touch of color.
Yesterday's rain didn't help matters but Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Boylen came prepared with an umbrella. The ball was great success with new and old friends getting a chance to meet. The club was elaborately decorated for the occasion with 4,000 roses adding a touch of color.

Yesterday's rain didn't help matters but Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Boylen came prepared with an umbrella. The ball was great success with new and old friends getting a chance to meet. The club was elaborately decorated for the occasion with 4,000 roses adding a touch of color.

Date6/21/1968
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  • Yesterday's rain didn't help matters but Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Boylen came prepared with an umbrella. The ball was great success with new and old friends getting a chance to meet. The club was elaborately decorated for the occasion with 4,000 roses adding a touch of color.
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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_0125561F
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