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The day of the Iguana, George, the 5-foot green lizard, returned to his Forest Hill home today-just for a visit
The day of the Iguana, George, the 5-foot green lizard, returned to his Forest Hill home today-just for a visit

The day of the Iguana, George, the 5-foot green lizard, returned to his Forest Hill home today-just for a visit

Date7/9/1968
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Original Toronto Star caption: The day of the Iguana; George; the 5-foot green lizard; returned to his Forest Hill home today-just for a visit. The iguana; who walked out on owners Mr. and Mrs. Fran O'Neill 10 days ago; has been enjoying his freedom so much he refused to be rescued.
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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0013410F
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