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Flying high
Flying high

Flying high

Date5/12/1980
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Original Toronto Star caption: Flying high: The hudrofoil Prince of Niagara lifts out of Lake Ontario on its way to Niagara-on-the-Lake. The 125-foot ship; which can carry up to 200 people; is one of three inaugurating a passenger service from Toronto to Niagara Thursday; with a round trip economy fare of $35. The ferry service will continue until Oct. 31 with several trips a day.
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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_0008900F
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