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A guide to the James L. Douthit photographs and oral histories, circa 1965-1975, 1989
P91-058 (SAFR 22588)  
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Description
The James L. Douthit photographs and oral histories, circa 1965-1975, 1989 (SAFR 22588, P91-058) consist of 239 photographs and oral history interview transcripts about Monterey clippers, boat builders and fisherman of the San Francisco Bay Area in the 20th century. There are a few photographs of Northern California and Oregon vessels, lighthouses and cities in 1989. The collection is processed at the subseries level.
Background
James L. Douthit was a photographer and a reporter from the Pacific Northwest and spent many years writing for the Oakland Tribune. He was also a maritime historian and wrote articles on whaling and conducted oral histories of people involved with fishing vessels and steam schooners in California and Oregon.
Extent
239 items. Some items available online.
Restrictions
Some material may be copyrighted or restricted. It is the researcher's obligation to determine and satisfy copyright or other case restrictions when publishing or otherwise distributing materials found in the collections.
Availability
This collection is open for use unless otherwise noted.