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Image of Life preserver ring from ferry San Mateo, ca. 1947-1969
1976.6295.2
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Life preserver ring from ferry San Mateo, ca. 1947-1969

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The S.S. San Mateo, part of the Evergreen fleet of ferries, operated on several different runs throughout the Puget Sound during its service.
ID Number: 1976.6295.2
Date: Circa 1947-1969
Physical Description: 1 Ring, Life; canvas, cork; 30 in.Diam x 7 in.D
Credit: MOHAI, 1976.6295.2
Subjects: Transportation, Maritime, Government and Public Services, Puget Sound
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