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Dedicated to renovating old buildings in downtown Toronto, developer Myron Swartz stands in the new stairwell of Design Centre II at 77 Mowat Ave
Dedicated to renovating old buildings in downtown Toronto, developer Myron Swartz stands in the new stairwell of Design Centre II at 77 Mowat Ave

Dedicated to renovating old buildings in downtown Toronto, developer Myron Swartz stands in the new stairwell of Design Centre II at 77 Mowat Ave

Date11/11/1977
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ProvenanceCourtesy: Toronto Star Photograph Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0134577F
Life's work: Tom Creber stands amid a selection of monuments at Hilltop Memories in Richmond Hill where he now works as manager. The 77-year-old monument-maker has been in the business since the age of 14 when he started out as a tool sharpener.
Life's work: Tom Creber stands amid a selection of monuments at Hilltop Memories in Richmond Hill where he now works as manager. The 77-year-old monument-maker has been in the business since the age of 14 when he started out as a tool sharpener.
9/30/1982
Dr. Erik Jorgensen, professor of forestry at the University of Toronto, stands under a gnarled oak tree at Avenue Rd. and St. Clair, an apartment high-rise in the background. New buildings are obliterating Toronto's sense of permanence and stability, he says, and the way to restore it is to cover the city with enduring trees.
Dr. Erik Jorgensen, professor of forestry at the University of Toronto, stands under a gnarled oak tree at Avenue Rd. and St. Clair, an apartment high-rise in the background. New buildings are obliterating Toronto's sense of permanence and stability, he says, and the way to restore it is to cover the city with enduring trees.
10/7/1971
Progress in bloom: Mert More stands in front of his home - the first post-World War II home built in rural village of Lansing in 1947 - which sits one short block away from Sheppard Ave
Progress in bloom: Mert More stands in front of his home - the first post-World War II home built in rural village of Lansing in 1947 - which sits one short block away from Sheppard Ave
7/15/1981
Carmen Bush stands in front of Columbus Boys Club, a Toronto institution he's been connected with for 40 years. Tonight, Carmen is being honored with a testimonial dinner for his years of dedicated work with Toronto youngsters.
Carmen Bush stands in front of Columbus Boys Club, a Toronto institution he's been connected with for 40 years. Tonight, Carmen is being honored with a testimonial dinner for his years of dedicated work with Toronto youngsters.
9/29/1971
Daniel Perlitz: Doctor turned developer stands in front of one of the babies he's delivered - 110 Bloor St
Daniel Perlitz: Doctor turned developer stands in front of one of the babies he's delivered - 110 Bloor St
3/11/1981
Once a major developer Louis Mayzel, 77, has always been a major philanthropist
Once a major developer Louis Mayzel, 77, has always been a major philanthropist
3/21/1980
On top of things: Glen Garwood, who's co-ordinating the building of North York's $250 million city centre, stands on the 24th floor. In the background is the centre's computer-controlled carillon, with 14 bells made in Holland. At just 32, Garwood has ris
On top of things: Glen Garwood, who's co-ordinating the building of North York's $250 million city centre, stands on the 24th floor. In the background is the centre's computer-controlled carillon, with 14 bells made in Holland. At just 32, Garwood has ris
9/16/1986
Alex Bleakley relaxes with the old and new in his apartment in renovated downtown house. The interior designer says classic designs of any era can be mixed if surroundings are muted in color. In background is antique mantle clock contrasting with modern design of fabric-covered canvas.
Alex Bleakley relaxes with the old and new in his apartment in renovated downtown house. The interior designer says classic designs of any era can be mixed if surroundings are muted in color. In background is antique mantle clock contrasting with modern design of fabric-covered canvas.
8/20/1971
Dean of tea men is how 77-year-old Sid Kinnell of Glenaden Ave
Dean of tea men is how 77-year-old Sid Kinnell of Glenaden Ave
12/30/1976
Great respect': Architect Richard Eaves, partner with Bergman and Hamann, stands in front of Baycrest Hospital, which received an award of merit for quality design.
Great respect': Architect Richard Eaves, partner with Bergman and Hamann, stands in front of Baycrest Hospital, which received an award of merit for quality design.
1/7/1988
Closing up shop: Art Benjamin, president of Art Benjamin Associates Ltd., stands in front of his old office building.
Closing up shop: Art Benjamin, president of Art Benjamin Associates Ltd., stands in front of his old office building.
3/29/1982
Top of North York: North York Mayor Mel Lastman, left, and developer Murray Menkes stand atop the new Canadian headquarters of Procter and Gamble
Top of North York: North York Mayor Mel Lastman, left, and developer Murray Menkes stand atop the new Canadian headquarters of Procter and Gamble
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