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Kid sized

Date10/5/1982

Names

Cooper, David (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

Format

Picture

Notes

Original Toronto Star caption: Kid sized: Knee-high hand controls in Mathew's elevator, make it easy for him to operate. These special features, brought the cost up to $35,000.

Subject

Medical care

Children with disabilities

Self-help devices for people with disabilities

Medium

Photographs

Language

English

ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

Usage Rights Copyright (Learn More)

Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0025900F

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