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Harold Fromm, rust expert with the Ontario Department of Highways, checks one of the five test rigs at Downsview
Harold Fromm, rust expert with the Ontario Department of Highways, checks one of the five test rigs at Downsview

Harold Fromm, rust expert with the Ontario Department of Highways, checks one of the five test rigs at Downsview

Date3/15/1967
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  • Harold Fromm, rust expert with the Ontario Department of Highways, checks one of the five test rigs at Downsview
  • Harold Fromm; rust expert with the Ontario Department of Highways; checks one of the five test rigs at Downsview. They are designed ato stimulate the operation of motor vehicles running over salted and unsalted roads. The rigs run around paved track. Report is expected on tests this fall.
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Original Toronto Star caption: Harold Fromm; rust expert with the Ontario Department of Highways; checks one of the five test rigs at Downsview. They are designed ato stimulate the operation of motor vehicles running over salted and unsalted roads. The rigs run around paved track. Report is expected on tests this fall.
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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_0008351F
      GeographyCountryCanada
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      GeographyCity, town, twpToronto
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      GeographyNeighbourhoodDownsview
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      GeographyProvince or StateOntario
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