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King-size sign

Date11/23/1987

Names

Brazao, Dale (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

Format

Picture

Notes

Original Toronto Star caption: King-size sign: A billboard; largest of its kind in Canada; is in place on Ellis Ave. near the Queensway. It has prompted resident protests; but its owners say it meets city regulations.

Subject

Billboards

Posters

Medium

Photographs

Language

English

ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives

CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive

Usage Rights Copyright (Learn More)

Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0003822F

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