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Testing his wings
Testing his wings

Testing his wings

Date9/30/1981
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Original Toronto Star caption: Testing his wings: Mikisi; Metro zoo's young; injured bald eagle gave visiting seniors a thrill when he amiably sat on the tap of a wheelchair patient and allowed them to pat him. Harndler John Welsh; left; and Irene Griffin; 66; admire Mikisi's fine form.
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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_0116358F
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