Popular pair

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Popular pair

Date4/6/1985

Names

Baldry, Long John, 1941-2005 (subject)

Dixon, Willie, 1915-1992 (subject)

McConnell, Colin (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Picture

Notes

Original Toronto Star caption: Popular pair: Toronto-based blues singer Long John Baldry (left) and U.S. bluesman Willie Dixon were crowd pleasers at Jamfest. That is, when crowds gathered. Four days of rain have diminished attendance at the festival many outdoor events.

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Blues musicians

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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_0044123F

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