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Like a bird: Strapped in for the Skycoaster ride, Star reporter tests wing power just in case
Like a bird: Strapped in for the Skycoaster ride, Star reporter tests wing power just in case

Like a bird: Strapped in for the Skycoaster ride, Star reporter tests wing power just in case

Date8/30/1992
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Original Toronto Star caption: Like a bird: Strapped in for the Skycoaster ride; Star reporter tests wing power just in case.
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Object NumberTSPA_0111957F
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