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You can't learn to swim too early

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You can't learn to swim too early

Date7/13/1970

Names

James, Norman (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Original Toronto Star caption: You can't learn to swim too early. Year-old Peter Plavins gets double attention from two lifeguards Belanger (left) and Sharon Nash - while his mother; Mrs Plavins; watches. They're in Halbert Pool; one of 13 Scarborough pools offering swimming lessons for mums and tots during July and August. Would-be swimmers as young as 3 are accepted; and registration is still open at 5 indoor and 8 outdoor pools.

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Language

English

ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)

Object NumberTSPA_0098286F

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