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The foreman gets in at an unguarded gate to the parking lot
The foreman gets in at an unguarded gate to the parking lot

The foreman gets in at an unguarded gate to the parking lot

Date2/4/1966
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Original Toronto Star caption: The foreman gets in at an unguarded gate to the parking lot. When Baker was blocked police didn't try to force the issue but took him to the gate. However; Oshawa's mayor reportedly fears mass picketing will bring violence.
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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_0016223F
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