Photograph caption dated September 13, 1971 reads, "Huge mercury valves, used to draw voltage from direct current sit in warehouse awaiting repairs from quake damage. The valves are valued at more than $500,000 each."
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1 photographic print :b&w ;17 x 25 cm. on sheet 21 x 26 cm. Photographic prints
Los Angeles (Calif.).--Department of Water and Power Electric power systems--Earthquake effects--California--San Fernando Valley Electric power-plants--Piping--Valves--California--San Fernando Valley Electric power distribution--California--San Fernando Valley San Fernando Earthquake, Calif., 1971 Capacitors, Synchronous Valves San Fernando Valley (Calif.) Los Angeles Herald-Examiner photographs Herald-Examiner Collection photographs
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