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Gordon and Britta Deval take time from casting to tie a few flies, as their Brittany Spaniel, Jamie, looks on.
Gordon and Britta Deval take time from casting to tie a few flies, as their Brittany Spaniel, Jamie, looks on.

Gordon and Britta Deval take time from casting to tie a few flies, as their Brittany Spaniel, Jamie, looks on.

Date11/23/1978
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  • Gordon and Britta Deval take time from casting to tie a few flies, as their Brittany Spaniel, Jamie, looks on.
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0126645F
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Molar mechanic: Carl Soscia, son of the owner, shapes a set of dentures at Soscia Casting Labs, 895 Wilson Ave
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Vintage look: David Heifetz wears pleated trousers, skinny tie, sports jacket, Marie Viera shows off peplum jacket, slim skirt, blouse with rhinestone pin
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