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Empties left behind

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Empties left behind

Date4/12/1984

Names

Bull, Ron (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

Format

Picture

Notes

Original Toronto Star caption: Empties left behind: Fields and gravel pits; like those along the Niagara Escarpment backroads; near conservation areas like Rattlesnake Point; are typical drinking hang-outs for Milton teens. Area parents and authorities fear the drinking and driving could lead to tragedy.

Subject

Refuse and refuse disposal

Medium

Photographs

Language

ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

Usage Rights Copyright (Learn More)

Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)

Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0010969F

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