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Image shows a skyline of Toronto.
Toronto's skyline seen from the foot of York street, the Harbor Commission building on the left
Image shows a skyline of Toronto.

Toronto's skyline seen from the foot of York street, the Harbor Commission building on the left

Date5/2/1925
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Original Toronto Star caption: Toronto's skyline seen from the foot of York street; the Harbor Commission building on the left
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
Usage Rights Copyright (Learn More)
Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0114951F
Country:Canada
City, town or township:Toronto
Neighbourhood:Harbour
Province or state:Ontario
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