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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
Subject
GeographyCity, town, townshipToronto
GeographyNeighbourhoodHarbour
GeographyProvince stateOntario
GeographyCountryCanada
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
Usage Rights Copyright (Learn More)
Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Object NumberTSPA_0116047F
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