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The golden boy, atop the legislative building, is the city's best known landmark
The golden boy, atop the legislative building, is the city's best known landmark

The golden boy, atop the legislative building, is the city's best known landmark

Date6/9/1973
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Original Toronto Star caption: The golden boy; atop the legislative building; is the city's best known landmark. The 13 1/2-foot statue; covered with gold leaf; holds a sheaf of wheat and a torch.
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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_0105331F
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