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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1909
Page
8
Thousands gathered at the exposition fair grounds last evening under cloudless skies to hear the band and enjoy free concerts. The event drew tens of thousands, with local residents and visitors filling seats and filling lakefront areas. The crowd praised the opening night as one of the season’s finest, with warm weather and vibrant applause.
A 12 year old girl fell attempting a swim between Brooklyn and Miland and was rescued after being carried by boat for part of the distance. Her father, a photographer with four daughters who swim, watched the rescue as rough weather challenged crossing. The young swimmer plans to try again when conditions improve.
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