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Ocean Bay and Shore Road in the 1920s

Ocean Bay and Shore Road in the 1920s

Ocean Bay and Shore Road in the 1920s

This photo which dates to the 1920s shows the beach at Ocean Bay with bathing tents on the sand and deck chairs.

The shop at corner of Shore Road is called Luncheons & Teas Stores.

On the road is a single car which appears to be a Model T Ford.

Image Ref: VS 2369

Year: 1920

Copyright: Unknown

Photographer: Unknown

Tags: BeachShopShore RoadShoreroad
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