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Photograph was edited for publication purposes Photograph caption dated April 4, 1956 reads "Sharply blown whistle and signal from guard, Mrs. Charles Goldsberry, reassures children that 'all is safe' for crossing of busy intersection. Guards try to wait for break in traffic but occasionally must halt motorists to aid youngsters in getting across street." Goldsberry is a crossing guard in Pacoima.; See images #00129526 through #00129528 for all photos in this series.
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1 photographic print :b&w ;21 x 26 cm. Photographic prints
Women--California--Los Angeles School crossing guards--California--Los Angeles Traffic safety and children--California--Los Angeles Pedestrians--California--Los Angeles Pedestrian crosswalks--California--Los Angeles Automobiles--California--Los Angeles Pointing (Gesture)--California--Los Angeles Signs and signboards--California--Pacoima (Los Angeles) Streets--California--Pacoima (Los Angeles) Sidewalks--California--Los Angeles Dwellings--California--Pacoima (Los Angeles) Trees--California--Los Angeles Lawns--California--Los Angeles Electric lines--Poles and towers Telephone lines--California--Los Angeles Pacoima (Los Angeles, Calif.) Valley Times Collection photographs
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