Posts Filed Under: 1960s

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Meet a Toronto Mayor: William Dennison

His retail politics and "concern for the taxpayer's dollar" endeared him to the public, but Dennison increasingly found himself behind the times.

By Jamie Bradburn Oct. 8th, 11:00 am

Historicist: Hans in the Kitchen

Hans Fread, Canada's first celebrity television chef, rarely kept opinions to himself.

By Jamie Bradburn Aug. 30th, 12:52 pm

Meet a Toronto Mayor: Allan Lamport

A stubborn scrapper who declared, "If anyone’s going to stab me in the back, I want to be there."

By Jamie Bradburn Aug. 5th, 3:45 pm

Historicist: The Battle of the Belles

The 1966 East York municipal election saw two female incumbents, Beth Nealson and True Davidson, run for mayor.

By Jamie Bradburn Jul. 19th, 12:16 pm

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Historicist: The Inn on the Park

Resort-style relaxation by the Don Valley.

By Jamie Bradburn Jul. 5th, 6:04 pm

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Yorkdale’s Turning 50

As the shopping mall marks its half-century, we look back at an earlier, groovier anniversary celebration.

By Jamie Bradburn Feb. 26th, 2:00 pm

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Historicist: Listen to Clairtone

The rise and fall of the stylish 1960s hi-fi manufacturer that launched the career of Peter Munk.

By Jamie Bradburn Feb. 15th, 12:00 pm

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Goin’ Down the Gardiner Expressway

In light of the latest study on the Gardiner, a look at how the expressway developed.

By Jamie Bradburn Feb. 7th, 9:03 am

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Historicist: Candlelight and CHFI

Behind the beautiful music, Canada's first stand-alone commercial FM station experienced turbulence.

By Jamie Bradburn Aug. 31st, 12:00 pm

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Happy 50th Anniversary, University Line!

A look back at a half-century of serving Toronto commuters.

By Jamie Bradburn Mar. 6th, 10:15 am

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Vintage Toronto Ads: Byrds and Falcons

Attendees of a 1966 "Rock 'n Soccer" evening were more interested in being eight miles high than watching a rubber ball.

By Jamie Bradburn Feb. 12th, 12:00 pm

Vintage Toronto Ads: It’s Time For Eaton’s to Take a Look

On the eve of 1970, the department store reflected on the state of the world.

By Jamie Bradburn Dec. 31st, 10:00 am

Vintage Toronto Ads: Christmas Shop Until You Drop

A holiday assortment of Christmas shopping ads.

By Jamie Bradburn Dec. 24th, 9:00 am

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Vintage Toronto Ads: Walkin’ in a Christmas Wonderland

The Telegram offered plenty for families at its holiday fair in 1969, including Blinky!

By Jamie Bradburn Dec. 11th, 12:00 pm

Vintage Ad: Upstairs, Downstairs

In this drama, potential dangers abound!

By Jamie Bradburn Oct. 16th, 1:30 pm

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Vintage Toronto Ads: Burger Chef’s Monstrous Opening

The second-largest American burger chain sets its sights on Toronto.

By Jamie Bradburn Oct. 2nd, 11:45 am

Historicist: “Canada’s Raciest Blonde”

Diana Carter was regarded as Canada's top female racecar driver during the 1960s.

By Jamie Bradburn Sep. 29th, 12:30 pm

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Vintage Toronto Ads: Selling Sam the Record Man

The evolution of the legendary record retailer's advertising.

By Jamie Bradburn Sep. 25th, 12:15 pm