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We all need something to lean on

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We all need something to lean on

Date6/4/1990

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Metropolitan Toronto Zoo (subject)

Russell, Jim (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Original Toronto Star caption: We all need something to lean on. An African bush elephant does his morning ritual at the Metro zoo's outdoor complex. After his bath he throws dirt on his back to protect it from bugs and sunlight. Later; he rubs off excess mud on a post.

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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_0116230F

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