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When the balloon goes up?, Owner Stan Sheldrake of Smithville lights a propane burner that forces hot air into his balloon as he takes it for a test f(...)
When the balloon goes up?, Owner Stan Sheldrake of Smithville lights a propane burner that forces hot air into his balloon as he takes it for a test f(...)

When the balloon goes up?, Owner Stan Sheldrake of Smithville lights a propane burner that forces hot air into his balloon as he takes it for a test f(...)

Date7/6/1968
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Original Toronto Star caption: When the balloon goes up?; Owner Stan Sheldrake of Smithville lights a propane burner that forces hot air into his balloon as he takes it for a test flight before CNE officials in front of the grandstand last night.
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Object NumberTSPA_0111826F
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