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World beater

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World beater

Date12/10/1981

Names

Russell, Jim (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Original Toronto Star caption: World beater: Ernest Webster of North York may be the fastest skater in the world for his age. The 62-year-old athlete won four gold medals at the 1981 Senior Olympics. He began skating 10 years ago after being away from it for more than 25 years.

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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0097412F

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