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Nathan Phillips Square, Toronto, five years ago today

by John FitzGerald
In back is Old City Hall (E. J. Lennox, 1899). It is commonly believed to have incorporated features of three other Richardsonian Romanesque buildings -- the Allegheny County Courthouse and the Cincinnati and Minneapolis city halls. It also resembles the Milwaukee Federal Building, which also opened in 1899.

There is another view in the note at top left.
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28 comments

Ulrich John said:

Fine view ! A lot to see, John !
5 years ago

John FitzGerald replied to Ulrich John:

Thanks, Ulrich.
5 years ago

Joe, Son of the Rock said:

Lots of great shapes to look at in this scene, John. All the best, Joe
5 years ago

John FitzGerald replied to Joe, Son of the Rock:

Thanks, Joe.
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William Sutherland said:

Exceptional capture! Stay well!

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5 years ago ( translate )

John FitzGerald replied to William Sutherland:

Thanks. William. You, too.
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rdhinmn said:

A bygone era. And so different from your recent cityscapes.
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John FitzGerald replied to rdhinmn:

There are some good building where I am now, Bob, but no people to show around them.
5 years ago

Keith Burton said:

Wow! So much going on there John and so many people about. Definitely worth viewing large for the amazing detail you've captured. A super street image!

I'm guessing it will be much quieter than this nowadays!
5 years ago

John FitzGerald replied to Keith Burton:

Thank you, Keith. This was taken when the Pan-American games were being held in Toronto; the stage behind the Toronto sign is gone now. But yes, I imagine there far fewer people there today, although Toronto is now allowed to have some outdoor gatherings.
5 years ago

Gabi Lombardo said:

a very intriguing view!
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John FitzGerald replied to Gabi Lombardo:

Thanks, Gabi.
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tiabunna said:

An interesting contrast between the old "traditional" buildings and the skyscrapers, John.
5 years ago

Sarah P. said:

A cheerful sight from another time.
5 years ago

Fred Fouarge said:

Fascinating picture
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