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The only fence in this prison is to protect inmates from the dangers of swimming pools
The only fence in this prison is to protect inmates from the dangers of swimming pools

The only fence in this prison is to protect inmates from the dangers of swimming pools

Date6/2/1969
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FormatPicture
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Original Toronto Star caption: The only fence in this prison is to protect inmates from the dangers of swimming pools. Living quarters are behind.
Subject
    GeographyProvince stateOntario
    GeographyCountryCanada
    Medium
    Photographs
    Language
      ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
      CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
      Usage Rights Copyright (Learn More)
      Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
      Object NumberTSPA_0011274F
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