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24th & Harrison

January 1, 1951

2987 24th Street. Expert Haircutting and 24th Street Novelty Store, including a soda fountain, below residential apartments.

Location

2987 24th St 94110

Mission

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Artifact

Date Added: August 17, 2017
Contributor: WNP Collection

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Downloadable: Yes

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