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Streetcar wheels last about four to five before they must be replaced
Streetcar wheels last about four to five before they must be replaced

Streetcar wheels last about four to five before they must be replaced

Date1/4/1977
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Original Toronto Star caption: Streetcar wheels last about four to five before they must be replaced. They are stacked at the Russel Yards. About 25 streetcars a day move through shops for maintenance and repairs. [Incomplete]
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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_0115560F
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