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Golden Gate Fortifications Awe Local Visitor in San Francisco
The writer tours the Presidio and nearby landmarks noting the Golden Gate as a premier fortress, the Oregon battleship, and strong American industry. He visits Oakland Berkeley and Golden Gate Park, describing sequoia, Cliff House, seals, and a vivid ocean scene with wrecked ships. He cites San Francisco’s growth, mint, banks, ports, and state feats as proof of American power and progress.
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San Francisco
Cal
Presidio
Golden Gate
Frank Judson
Philippines
Alliance
Uncle Sam
Gibraltar
South Africa
Lord Roberts
England
Iron and Steel Works
Pittsburgh
London
America
Oregon
Union Iron Works
Oriental Waters
Asiatic Squadron
Twesdy
Pacific
Oakland
Berkley
University of California
United States
Pacific Coast
Golden Gate Park
Clif House
Central Park
New York City
Seal Island
Cression
Troth
California
Joshua
Jericho
Sanfrancisco
Lqmor
Capital
Wisconsin
Hawaiian
Philippine Islands
Oriental
Sampson
S. F. Stock and Bond Exchange
Pacific Ocean