Photo shows pickets at the harbor, gathered around one of the cargo sheds. Most of the picketing was being done by longshoremen, although they were joined by many seamen. During the early stages of the walkout, no disorder or violence was reported along the far-flung picket lines. Photo dated: October 30, 1936.
Stevedores (San Pedro, Los Angeles, Calif.) Strikes and lockouts--California--San Pedro (Los Angeles) Shipping--California--San Pedro (Los Angeles) Herald-Examiner Collection photographs
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