Access to this collection is generously supported by Arcadia funds. Related to Los Angeles Times article, "Orange King Holds Sway: Governor Opens Annual Show: Many-Hued Exhibits Glisten Amid Snowy Setting in Winter Palace: Los Angeles' Huge Futuristic Tower Holds Attention; Horses in Preview," 16 Feb. 1934: A1. Ramona Franz holds a record size grapefruit at the National Orange Show. She sits on an object that appears to be covered with paper. Behind her there is display of fruit, probably oranges, and by her feet there is a potted flower. At the top of the fruit, there is a sign that reads "Sunkist." Text from negative sleeve: National Orange Show 1934 Text from newspaper caption: Orange Show Glitters in Winter Motif: Miss Ramona Franz with record size grapefruit- 6 pounds in weight and 35 inches in circumference [Los Angeles Times, 16 Feb. 1934: A3]
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image
Format
b&w nitrate negative
Identifier
uclamss_1429_6966 ark:/21198/zz002cx8t1
Language
No linguistic content
Subject
Agricultural exhibits--California--San Bernardino Citrus fruit industry--California--San Bernardino Oranges--California--San Bernardino Grapefruit--California--San Bernardino National Orange Show Franz, Ramona
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