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Ballards's new recruits? The Leafs could use a couple of big guys like these Syrian Brown Bears, but owner Harold Ballard won't get his chance because(...)

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Ballards's new recruits? The Leafs could use a couple of big guys like these Syrian Brown Bears, but owner Harold Ballard won't get his chance because(...)

Date2/20/1985

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McConnell, Colin (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Original Toronto Star caption: Ballards's new recruits? The Leafs could use a couple of big guys like these Syrian Brown Bears, but owner Harold Ballard won't get his chance because Bruno, left, and Daniel have another commitment Saturday - they are performing for trainer John Welde Sr. in the Garden Brother circus.

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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0004672F

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