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Baby Potato Head is son of the original toy spud that sold over 10 million units
Baby Potato Head is son of the original toy spud that sold over 10 million units

Baby Potato Head is son of the original toy spud that sold over 10 million units

Date1/30/1978
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Original Toronto Star caption: Baby Potato Head is son of the original toy spud that sold over 10 million units. The new toy; held by Gail Chapman has stick-on clothing with zipper; buckle and button to help teach young child how to dress himself.
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CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0018104F
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