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New popularity

Date5/7/1981

Names

McConnell, Colin (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

Format

Picture

Notes

Original Toronto Star caption: New popularity: Roller-skating is undergoing a resurgence of popularity; says Robert Harper; but there are potential hazards and he suggests legislation to protect both skaters and public from possible injury.

Subject

Roller skating

Sports

Medium

Photographs

Language

English

ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0097503F

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