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Image of Bon Marche Santa Claus, 1918
1983.10.10776
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Bon Marche Santa Claus, 1918

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At Christmastime, many Seattle children visited The Bon Marche and other department stores to spend time with Santa Claus. In this 1918 photo, two boys and a girl pose with Santa at The Bon Marche. They are surrounded by blocks, musical instruments, and lots of other toys.

Webster & Stevens number: 66050
ID Number: 1983.10.10776
Date: 1918
Creator(s): Webster & Stevens, Photographer
Physical Description: 1 negative : nitrate, b&w ; 8 x 10 in.
Credit: MOHAI, PEMCO Webster & Stevens Collection, 1983.10.10776
Copyright: No Known Copyright
Subjects: Retail and Department Stores, Celebrations

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