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An infinity bug is being installed on this phone

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An infinity bug is being installed on this phone

Date7/18/1968

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James, Norman (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Original Toronto Star caption: An infinity bug is being installed on this phone. After the transmitter is in place; the wiretapper dials the phone number and presses his actuator before the phone rings. From then on he can hear all conversations. Claire McLaughlin wants judges to have authority over wiretapping.

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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_0019868F

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