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Detroit's Tiger Stadium, home of the world champions, seats 52,000 of North America's most devoted and knowledgeable fans
Detroit's Tiger Stadium, home of the world champions, seats 52,000 of North America's most devoted and knowledgeable fans

Detroit's Tiger Stadium, home of the world champions, seats 52,000 of North America's most devoted and knowledgeable fans

Date5/15/1985
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Original Toronto Star caption: Detroit's Tiger Stadium; home of the world champions; seats 52;000 of North America's most devoted and knowledgeable fans.
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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_0098194F
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