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January 2002
On Augusta just north of Queen, there’s a beautiful Victorian house amid all the surrounding grunge. What’s the story? —Erica Berman, Annex
Posted on January 1, 2002
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- Categories: Architecture
My voice mail is inundated with messages from Boris of Best Price Movers. How do I get off his list? — Gina Kim, Forest Hill
Posted on January 1, 2002
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On walks in the Cedarvale Ravine, near Spadina, I’ve noticed a circular entranceway with doors leading into the hillside. Are there hobbits living in the area? —Caroline Mayhew, Annex
Posted on January 1, 2002
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- Categories: Environment
Dear Urban Decoder: I’ve noticed that many Japanese restaurants feature decorative porcelain cats, smiling with one paw raised straight up, as if saluting. What’s the deal?
Posted on January 1, 2002
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