Access to this collection is generously supported by Arcadia funds. Construction on the grandstand at Santa Anita Park. This addition was built at the west end of grandstand and would enlarge the capacity by 3000-5000 seats. The construction was part of a $150,000 plan to improve the park, which also included tunnels built under the track, infield landscaping, and installation of new betting facilities. The improvement plan was announced by Dr. Charles H. Strub, general manager of the Los Angeles Jockey Club on March 5, 1935. Text from original nitrate sleeve: Santa Anita Grand Stand Addition - Season of 1937 Handwritten annotation from nitrate negative: Santa Anita Grand Stand
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b&w nitrate negative
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ark:/21198/zz0025gh37
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Racetracks--California--Arcadia Construction--California--Arcadia Grandstands--California--Arcadia Landmarks Sports Santa Anita Park (Arcadia, Calif.)
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