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At the control panel of his own railroad, Bill Brophey operates 46-foot-long 914
At the control panel of his own railroad, Bill Brophey operates 46-foot-long 914

At the control panel of his own railroad, Bill Brophey operates 46-foot-long 914

Date5/9/1977
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Original Toronto Star caption: At the control panel of his own railroad; Bill Brophey operates 46-foot-long 914.7 metes) system in model shop he runs in Oakville's Oak-Queen Mall. However; system is run only for two hours on Saturday afternoons; and you have to get down early for a good spot to watch. Glass panels keep away curious fingers.
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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0009627F
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