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George Priftis Distributes a hand-held magnifying device that allows partially sighted people to read and write.
George Priftis Distributes a hand-held magnifying device that allows partially sighted people to read and write.

George Priftis Distributes a hand-held magnifying device that allows partially sighted people to read and write.

Date10/15/1990
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ProvenanceCourtesy: Toronto Star Photograph Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Object NumberTSPA_0132358F
Survival gear: Geoff Eden, who tests technical aids for the CNIB, says he wouldn't survive without electronic equipment that allows him to read and write.
Survival gear: Geoff Eden, who tests technical aids for the CNIB, says he wouldn't survive without electronic equipment that allows him to read and write.
1/31/1991
Buy black: Lynrod Douglas, publisher of Blackpages, a directory of Metro's black-run businesses, brought the concept from Montreal, where he distributes a similar directory to about 30,000 people. In Metro, he plans to distribute 60,000 free copies. A sin
Buy black: Lynrod Douglas, publisher of Blackpages, a directory of Metro's black-run businesses, brought the concept from Montreal, where he distributes a similar directory to about 30,000 people. In Metro, he plans to distribute 60,000 free copies. A sin
2/23/1992
Simon Fowler, whose West Coast company distributes Stock Block, shows off the Toronto version.
Simon Fowler, whose West Coast company distributes Stock Block, shows off the Toronto version.
6/4/1980
Catherine and David Nugent, whose company distributes Alfred Sung perfume, with Holt Renfrew's director of boutiques, Krystyne Romer Griffin, right, holding a faux floral bouquet
Catherine and David Nugent, whose company distributes Alfred Sung perfume, with Holt Renfrew's director of boutiques, Krystyne Romer Griffin, right, holding a faux floral bouquet
5/9/1988
Synthetic savings: Terry Preston says SOF-7, which he distributes through his firm, Canadian Molecular Oil, cuts fuel consumption by up to 20 per cent
Synthetic savings: Terry Preston says SOF-7, which he distributes through his firm, Canadian Molecular Oil, cuts fuel consumption by up to 20 per cent
3/25/1982
Mustard maker: Stephen Sandler distributes samples of his mustards during a supermarket promotion.
Mustard maker: Stephen Sandler distributes samples of his mustards during a supermarket promotion.
6/13/1985
Cerebral palsy victim since birth, Richard Creed, an Anglican layman, believes deeply in the healing power of God. He says that physical health is not so important as a healthy personality and tha acceptance of Christ gives an inner strength tha allows the Christian to deal with all adversity [Incomplete]
Cerebral palsy victim since birth, Richard Creed, an Anglican layman, believes deeply in the healing power of God. He says that physical health is not so important as a healthy personality and tha acceptance of Christ gives an inner strength tha allows the Christian to deal with all adversity [Incomplete]
9/27/1969
New Directions: Tom Creeper, president of Rendezvous for Seniors, will be explaining ELDERHOSTEL program to members, including Laurine Porter, on Wednesday. The program allows older adults to enjoy academic programs around the world.
New Directions: Tom Creeper, president of Rendezvous for Seniors, will be explaining ELDERHOSTEL program to members, including Laurine Porter, on Wednesday. The program allows older adults to enjoy academic programs around the world.
7/3/1990
Cats galore: Harvey and Lorraine Crockford play with just a few of the 54 cats that share their home. The couple were fined $50 yesterday for breaking North York's cat bylaw - it allows only six grown cats per household. The couple spend $200 a week on cat food and litter.
Cats galore: Harvey and Lorraine Crockford play with just a few of the 54 cats that share their home. The couple were fined $50 yesterday for breaking North York's cat bylaw - it allows only six grown cats per household. The couple spend $200 a week on cat food and litter.
6/29/1984
Foreign ownership of investment firms is a problem for domestically-owned companies if it allows financial advantages, James Cronyn said today. Toronto bond man appeared at hearing of Ontario government committee pondering ownership of investment companies. Main issue: What controls on ownerships?
Foreign ownership of investment firms is a problem for domestically-owned companies if it allows financial advantages, James Cronyn said today. Toronto bond man appeared at hearing of Ontario government committee pondering ownership of investment companies. Main issue: What controls on ownerships?
11/9/1971
James Guillet holds container of concentrate crystals of discovery that allows plastic to disintegrate in sun over short period of time when mixed with raw material prior to manufacture
James Guillet holds container of concentrate crystals of discovery that allows plastic to disintegrate in sun over short period of time when mixed with raw material prior to manufacture
11/18/1976
Face-painting allows people to take off their masks and let the 'real me' out, says psychologist Harold Miller, being made up by wife, Harriet
Face-painting allows people to take off their masks and let the 'real me' out, says psychologist Harold Miller, being made up by wife, Harriet
9/26/1978