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Image of Swimmers at Madrona Beach, August 9, 1931
1983.10.4326
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Swimmers at Madrona Beach, August 9, 1931

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During hot weather, Seattle residents could cool off at nearby swimming beaches. Madison and Madrona Beaches, on Lake Washington, were both very popular. In this photo, taken at Madrona Beach in 1931, young children play in the shallow water while older swimmers crowd onto the float and diving platform.

Description in handwritten inventory: Madrona Beach 8-9-31
Photographer's Reference Number: 137814
ID Number: 1983.10.4326
Date: 1931
Creator(s): Webster & Stevens, Photographer
Physical Description: 1 nitrate negative : b&w ; 8 x 10 in.
Credit: MOHAI, PEMCO Webster & Stevens Collection, 1983.10.4326
Copyright: All Rights Reserved
Subjects: Recreation, Lake Washington

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