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Changing signs
Changing signs

Changing signs

Date8/8/1985
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(photographer)
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  • Changing signs
  • Changing signs: Health department workers Shawn Zentner; left; and Ross MacEachern are putting up new signs at Woodbine Beach that warn swimmers water may be polluted after a rainfall. Old warning sign is shown at left.
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Original Toronto Star caption: Changing signs: Health department workers Shawn Zentner; left; and Ross MacEachern are putting up new signs at Woodbine Beach that warn swimmers water may be polluted after a rainfall. Old warning sign is shown at left.
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Photographs
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
Usage Rights Copyright (Learn More)
Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0011035F
GeographyCountryCanada
GeographyCity, town, twpToronto
GeographyProvince or StateOntario
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