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Peek-a-boo model details generation and transmission system in the Pickering nuclear station 20 miles from downtown Toronto. In 1973, reactors will ge(...)

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Peek-a-boo model details generation and transmission system in the Pickering nuclear station 20 miles from downtown Toronto. In 1973, reactors will ge(...)

Date5/6/1969

Names

Ross, Fred (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Original Toronto Star caption: Peek-a-boo model details generation and transmission system in the Pickering nuclear station 20 miles from downtown Toronto. In 1973, reactors will generate enough power to supply 1,750,000 homes. First power is expected in 1971.

Subject

Nuclear power plants

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Photographs

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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_0002464F

Country:Canada

Province or state:Ontario

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