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Title
1948 - California Swimming Stadium at Verdugo Park Opening Day
Contributor
Paul E. Wolfe (Photographer)
Date Created and/or Issued
1948
Contributing Institution
Burbank Public Library
Collection
Burbank Parks and Recreation
Rights Information
Burbank Public Library, Burbank in Focus Office
Description
The California Swimming Stadium at Verdugo Park held its opening ceremony on Friday, August 20, 1948. 5000 people attended the event, according to the Burbank Daily Review. The pool, constructed at a cost of $190,000, was rated as one of the finest in the United States, according to the paper. At the dedication, city council member Floyd J. Jolley said, "I feel it is the greatest achievement in the history of our city." In this photo of the dedication, onlookers gather around the pool. From notes on photo: “California Swimming Stadium – At Verdugo Park.” Stamped “Paul E. Wolfe Photography Charleston 8-2341”
Type
image
Format
nonprojected graphic
8 x 10 b&w print
Identifier
islandora:1010
local: cco00882
Subject
Burbank (Los Angeles County, Calif.)--Parks and Recreation--Swimming Pools--Park Facilities--1940s
Relation
City Clerk's Office

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