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Grove & Larkin Nov 1944

Elevated view northeast from Civic Auditorium across intersection to United Service Organization (USO) Hospitality House (constructed between March and August, 1941), a clubhouse for enlisted men. WACs (Women's Army Corps) marching across intersection. In background from left, Main Public Library, Old Federal Office Building, Orpheum Theater, Lick Pioneer Monument (in original location). Standard Oil of California truck with bunting and sign for AAF (Army Air Force) Oil for Winged Victory. Posters on streetlamp poles for War Show at Seals Stadium. Probably related to production at this time at Opera House of Moss Hart play "Winged Victory". [Winged Victory]
Zan Stark (Courtesy of a Private Collector)

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