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Russian Hill Skyline

January 1, 1930

View from ferryboat of north waterfront piers and Russian Hill beyond. Ss. Peter & Paul Church steeples on far left, Ghirardelli Square tower on far right.

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Artifact

Date Added: December 12, 2018
Contributor: Courtesy of a Private Collector

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Downloadable: Yes

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