Getting a toe-hold

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Getting a toe-hold

Date1/5/1975

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Darrell, Dick (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Original Toronto Star caption: Getting a toe-hold: Duncan McTavish; on mat; was in command at Gardens last night in his bout with Pretty Boy Anthony. From British Columbia; McTavish made his debut as a wrestler; but is also a thoroughbred horse trainer. He plans to combine both sports as he did in Vancouver. He wanted to be jockey.

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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_0098892F

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