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Photograph was edited for publication purposes Photograph article dated June 27, 1961 partially reads, "Eight youngsters eased over the edge of San Fernando's municipal pool and splashed into the water as they began their swimming lesson - but they didn't hear the splash. They all are deaf. They are some of the best pupils ever to attend summer classes at the pool, according to Robert Follosco, pool manager. ' Pictured are Bob Follosco (left) teaching John Lewis to swim, as Joann Munson (center) and Kathy Garcia wait their turn.
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1 photographic print :b&w ;21 x 26 cm. Photographic prints
Swimming for children--Training--California--San Fernando Swimming pools--California--San Fernando Swimmers--California--San Fernando Deaf children--California--San Fernando Girls--California--San Fernando Boys--California--San Fernando Men--California--San Fernando San Fernando (Calif.) Valley Times Collection photographs
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