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A model train pulls into a model station, so complete in detail that there are even miniature passengers waiting for the express
A model train pulls into a model station, so complete in detail that there are even miniature passengers waiting for the express

A model train pulls into a model station, so complete in detail that there are even miniature passengers waiting for the express

Date12/10/1983
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Original Toronto Star caption: A model train pulls into a model station; so complete in detail that there are even miniature passengers waiting for the express.
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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_0009602F
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