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Kenrick A.Claflin & Son

16238. (photo) U. S. Life Saving Crew, Newport, Oregon Breeches Buoy Drill c.1911

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16238. (photo) U. S. Life Saving Crew, Newport, Oregon Breeches Buoy Drill c.1911

16238. (photo) U. S. Life Saving Crew, Newport, Oregon Breeches Buoy Drill c.1911 by F.F. Sasman photographer. Fine clear image features the Life-Saving Service crew and Keeper performing the breeches buoy drill on the beach. Clear, very close b/w photo provides unprecedented detail as the crotch poles are set up and a surfman waits on the drill pole to receive the line. Unusually good view, great early detail, on postcard paper. Near fine. (F-). $95.