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Image shows ice formation along the waterfront.
Dangerous beauty-Ice formations rivalling the Arctic seas can be found along the waterfront. Lifesavers warn that the towering cliffs may collapse in the sun
Image shows ice formation along the waterfront.

Dangerous beauty-Ice formations rivalling the Arctic seas can be found along the waterfront. Lifesavers warn that the towering cliffs may collapse in the sun

Date3/23/1939
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Original Toronto Star caption: Dangerous beauty-Ice formations rivalling the Arctic seas can be found along the waterfront. Lifesavers warn that the towering cliffs may collapse in the sun
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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_0116047F
Country:Canada
City, town or township:Toronto
Neighbourhood:Harbour
Province or state:Ontario
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