Operator of a turret lathe in the plant of Research Enterprises, Ann Haladay, 26, of Browning Ave

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Operator of a turret lathe in the plant of Research Enterprises, Ann Haladay, 26, of Browning Ave

Date2/20/1943

Names

James, Norman (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Original Toronto Star caption: Operator of a turret lathe in the plant of Research Enterprises; Ann Haladay; 26; of Browning Ave.; former Saskatchewan girl; wears an Idea for Victory pin; first one presented to a woman war worker in Canada. It came to her recently from the of an idea or suggestion; but for outstanding efficiency on her job. One of the first woman employees in the plant she says she's never been on a job she likes as well. Former hairdresser by trade; she likes movies; bowling; enjoys watching baseball and hockey.

Subject

Weapons industry

World War, 1939-1945

Medium

Photographs

Language

ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)

Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0019011F

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