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Leader of citizens' group that is fighting to save the former Markham Fairgrounds, Jack Luftman stands in front of the main building of the Markham Fair, which has been held there annually since 1855
Leader of citizens' group that is fighting to save the former Markham Fairgrounds, Jack Luftman stands in front of the main building of the Markham Fair, which has been held there annually since 1855

Leader of citizens' group that is fighting to save the former Markham Fairgrounds, Jack Luftman stands in front of the main building of the Markham Fair, which has been held there annually since 1855

Date6/21/1976
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ProvenanceCourtesy: Toronto Star Photograph Archives
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Object NumberTSPA_0129627F
Silo entrance: Len Cullen, 62, stands in front of Cullen Country Barns, the unique entertainment and retail centre he created in Markham.
Silo entrance: Len Cullen, 62, stands in front of Cullen Country Barns, the unique entertainment and retail centre he created in Markham.
9/11/1987
All that's left: Markham regional Councillor Frank Scarpitti stands in what was once a woodlot near Highway 404
All that's left: Markham regional Councillor Frank Scarpitti stands in what was once a woodlot near Highway 404
4/6/1989
Woodlot Stands: Celebrating the preservation of a Scarborough woodlot are MPP Ron Cousens (left), owner Russell Reesor, and Markham Councillor Ken Dunphy
Woodlot Stands: Celebrating the preservation of a Scarborough woodlot are MPP Ron Cousens (left), owner Russell Reesor, and Markham Councillor Ken Dunphy
1/17/1991
Award-winning architect: Philip Carter proudly displays the Governor-General medal he won for his design of the Markham Community Library. The $900,000 library blends in with the 19th-century style and atmosphere of the old village of Markham's Main St. Carter, 42, received his award at a ceremony held in Winnipeg.
Award-winning architect: Philip Carter proudly displays the Governor-General medal he won for his design of the Markham Community Library. The $900,000 library blends in with the 19th-century style and atmosphere of the old village of Markham's Main St. Carter, 42, received his award at a ceremony held in Winnipeg.
6/18/1982
They got one: Patricia and Mike Codner, with their 2-year-old daughter Ashley, are relieved after snapping up one of 782 houses to be built at a new subdivision in Markham. They were among hundreds who stood in line over the weekend, and got the home for $196,900.
They got one: Patricia and Mike Codner, with their 2-year-old daughter Ashley, are relieved after snapping up one of 782 houses to be built at a new subdivision in Markham. They were among hundreds who stood in line over the weekend, and got the home for $196,900.
9/13/1987
Marsha and Joel Cohen still live in the Markham home they bought during the 1982 recession and they have no plans to move. They took a chance and it paid off, allowing them to purchase factory space for their growing store-building business.
Marsha and Joel Cohen still live in the Markham home they bought during the 1982 recession and they have no plans to move. They took a chance and it paid off, allowing them to purchase factory space for their growing store-building business.
6/4/1990
If you can't beat 'em: Colin Creasey, left, president of the Federation of Ratepayers of Markham, and FORM member Ronald Keeble will be seeking election as councillors in November. We need a social conscience on council, Creasey says.
If you can't beat 'em: Colin Creasey, left, president of the Federation of Ratepayers of Markham, and FORM member Ronald Keeble will be seeking election as councillors in November. We need a social conscience on council, Creasey says.
7/8/1988
Paper work: Spectrix Microsystems Inc., of Markham, has made a multi-million computer sale in China.
Paper work: Spectrix Microsystems Inc., of Markham, has made a multi-million computer sale in China.
4/24/1986
The Markham Transit for the Disabled Charitable Foundation's Corporate Car Rally 1993 takes place May 16. if you want to display your classic car or are interested in competing as an individual or company in rally, call Danny Fantini, 889-5671, shown here
The Markham Transit for the Disabled Charitable Foundation's Corporate Car Rally 1993 takes place May 16. if you want to display your classic car or are interested in competing as an individual or company in rally, call Danny Fantini, 889-5671, shown here
5/3/1993
Useful work: Paul Foster, 52, sorts bolts at the participation House workshop in Markham
Useful work: Paul Foster, 52, sorts bolts at the participation House workshop in Markham
3/28/1985
A step ahead: Podiatrist Allen Frankel of Markham, chairman of Foot Health Month for the Ontario Podiatry Association, helps Dorothy Nolan maintain healthy feet
A step ahead: Podiatrist Allen Frankel of Markham, chairman of Foot Health Month for the Ontario Podiatry Association, helps Dorothy Nolan maintain healthy feet
5/2/1990
Doctor's dilemma, Dr. Andreas Haralampides, 40, of Uxbridge throws up his hands at his crashed plane after making a forced landing in a cornfield near Markham. His Passenger, Gordon Land, 37, of Oshawa had only six months ago made ago made a similar forced landing in a Mississauga field with Haralampides piloting the same plane.
Doctor's dilemma, Dr. Andreas Haralampides, 40, of Uxbridge throws up his hands at his crashed plane after making a forced landing in a cornfield near Markham. His Passenger, Gordon Land, 37, of Oshawa had only six months ago made ago made a similar forced landing in a Mississauga field with Haralampides piloting the same plane.
9/17/1980