Eye-catcher

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Eye-catcher

Date11/16/1987

Names

Faught, Ken (photographer)

Toronto Star (Firm) (publisher)

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Original Toronto Star caption: Eye-catcher: Work is being done erecting one of the world's largest billboards. Panasonic and Ford have paid millions to make sure no one misses their messages at the corner of Ellis Ave. and The Queensway. The sign will rise to its full 51-ton glory starting Nov. 26.

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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_0003824F

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