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Image shows the front of two ships.
These lake carriers; wintered in Toronto harbor; will soon be plying the seaway. Officials see a good start but fear effects of a week economy.
Image shows the front of two ships.

These lake carriers; wintered in Toronto harbor; will soon be plying the seaway. Officials see a good start but fear effects of a week economy.

Date1/2/1991
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Original Toronto Star caption: These lake carriers; wintered in Toronto harbor; will soon be plying the seaway. Officials see a good start but fear effects of a week economy.
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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_0112667F
Country:Canada
City, town or township:Toronto
Neighbourhood:Harbour
Province or state:Ontario
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