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Photograph was edited for publication purposes Photograph caption dated September 29, 1955 reads, "Ground was broken for the new St. Stephen's of the Valley Lutheran Church of Palmdale with an unusual program. The white line in the picture outlines the actual boundaries of the building with the altar temporarily set where the altar will be and choir standing in the proposed choir area to the right of the picture. Rev. Robt. Thomas, pastor of the church, in front of the altar, led the breaking of ground with all members present participating, each with his own shovel."
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1 photographic print :b&w ;21 x 26 cm. Photographic prints
St. Stephen's of the Valley Lutheran Church (Palmdale, Calif.) St. Stephen's of the Valley Lutheran Church (Palmdale, Calif.)--Clergy Ground breaking ceremonies--California--Palmdale Clergy--California--Palmdale Crowds--California--Palmdale Altars--California--Palmdale Palmdale (Calif.) Valley Times Collection photographs
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