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Period costumes worn by Sally Lester (left), 22, and Dorothy Campbell, 20, added to the antique atmosphere last night as they sat in candle light at a(...)
Period costumes worn by Sally Lester (left), 22, and Dorothy Campbell, 20, added to the antique atmosphere last night as they sat in candle light at a(...)

Period costumes worn by Sally Lester (left), 22, and Dorothy Campbell, 20, added to the antique atmosphere last night as they sat in candle light at a(...)

Date12/28/1967
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Original Toronto Star caption: Period costumes worn by Sally Lester (left); 22; and Dorothy Campbell; 20; added to the antique atmosphere last night as they sat in candle light at an ornate grand piano to tell Governor - General Roland Michener some of the history behind furnishings in the 117-year-old building. Some sections of interior will be sleekly modern; including a second-floor rehearsal hall for National Ballet Guild.
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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0110614F
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