Photograph of close-up of hull of a ship against a dock, Los Angeles Harbor, November 1934. In the extreme foreground at center, a wooden dock can be seen extending from left to right. Beside the dock at right, the hull and rudder of a large ship is visible. Small portholes are visible along the side of the ship. Along the top of the ship, a long metal railing is visible. Two ropes connect to the ship and extend off to the left. Two men are visible on the deck of the ship. A small sign along the railing reads: "Keep Clear of Propellers". Writing along the body of the ship reads: "[...]merville". In the background across the water, a series of large ships can be seen. To the right, a sign on a building reads: "Catalina". A large plume of smoke rises from the horizon. Previous version of record quotes from unknown source: "Harbor, 221-B, 158".
California Historical Society Collection, 1860-1960
