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Eva C. Whitney and three boys on a ride at Playland at the Beach

Newscopy: "Yesterday was the annual Boy's Club Day at Playland-at-the-Beach and 2000 boys whooped it up on the flying coaster and other rides as guests of Mrs. Eva C. Whitney, owner of Playland. At right, Mrs. Whitney whirls around on a ride with some of her guests. The yearly event was originated by the late George Whitney when he was a director of the Boys' Clubs in the 1930s. Mrs. Whitney has continued the tradition since her husband's death. Below, three youngsters have a rolling time of it in the Barrel.".

San Francisco Public Library

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IMAGE DATEFebruary 3, 1962
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