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Central Los Angeles Oil Field

Visual Materials

Central Los Angeles Oil Field

Description: Image of oil derricks and buildings in central Los Angeles. In the background is a sign for the "Belmont Grocery Market". The bottom half of an electric light mast can also be seen in the background.
Type: Visual Materials(Opens in new tab)
Date: Dec. 1, 1905
Call number: photCL 311
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