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Eye-catcher

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Eye-catcher

Date11/16/1987

Names

Faught, Ken (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

Notes

Original Toronto Star caption: Eye-catcher: Work is being done erecting one of the world's largest billboards. Panasonic and Ford have paid millions to make sure no one misses their messages at the corner of Ellis Ave. and The Queensway. The sign will rise to its full 51-ton glory starting Nov. 26.

Subject

Medium

Photographs

Language

English

ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

Usage Rights Copyright (Learn More)

Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)

Object NumberTSPA_0003824F

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