Big-Brimmed hat is hazardous for the driver because it blocks side vision

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Big-Brimmed hat is hazardous for the driver because it blocks side vision

Date7/18/1974

Names

Olsen, Bob, 1931-2022 (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

Format

Picture

Notes

Original Toronto Star caption: Big-Brimmed hat is hazardous for the driver because it blocks side vision. Another fashion hazard is platform shoes which reduces sensitivity of the foot on the pedals.

Subject

Accidents

Prevention

Medium

Photographs

Language

English

ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0000045F

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