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Image of View east from Volunteer Park, Seattle, circa 1915
1983.10.10002
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View east from Volunteer Park, Seattle, circa 1915

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In 1906, the Seattle Water Department built a water tower at the highest point of Capitol Hill. It quickly became a popular place for people to go for a good view of the city.

Handwritten on sleeve: View E from Volunteer Park.
Webster & Stevens number: 43516
ID Number: 1983.10.10002
Date: Circa 1915
Creator(s): Webster & Stevens, Photographer
Physical Description: 1 glass negative : b&w ; 8 x 10 in. ; flaking
Credit: MOHAI, PEMCO Webster & Stevens Collection, 1983.10.10002
Copyright: No Known Copyright
Subjects: Neighborhoods, Lake Washington

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