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Chain jug milk stores have become part of Toronto life since the late 1950s
Chain jug milk stores have become part of Toronto life since the late 1950s

Chain jug milk stores have become part of Toronto life since the late 1950s

Date2/10/1972
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  • Chain jug milk stores have become part of Toronto life since the late 1950s. Thousands of hopefuls have tried their hand at being store managers. The accompanying letter outlines the reasons why it hasn't been a happy experience for some of the operators.
  • Chain jug milk stores have become part of Toronto life since the late 1950s
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Original Toronto Star caption: Chain jug milk stores have become part of Toronto life since the late 1950s. Thousands of hopefuls have tried their hand at being store managers. The accompanying letter outlines the reasons why it hasn't been a happy experience for some of the operators.
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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_0009509F
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