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Ted Slingsby of Vancouver, B.C., whose genial demeanor has made him a prime favorite every where he has gone. Slingsby can at least claim one record. (...)

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Ted Slingsby of Vancouver, B.C., whose genial demeanor has made him a prime favorite every where he has gone. Slingsby can at least claim one record. (...)

Date8/19/1933

Names

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

Unknown (photographer)

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Original Toronto Star caption: Ted Slingsby of Vancouver; B.C.; whose genial demeanor has made him a prime favorite every where he has gone. Slingsby can at least claim one record. He will likely be the heaviest swimmer in the men's marathon; tipping the scale at 276 pounds.

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Language

English

ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

Usage Rights Public Domain (Learn More)

Object NumberTSPA_0098334F

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