Compton, Calif., Continues Search. Photograph made in Compton, Calif., where wrecking crews continue their search for bodies under the debris. Sixteen persons lost their lives in the city, and it is feared more will be recovered. This scene shows a steam shovel removing the fallen walls of the Arande Hotel there.

Digital Commonwealth — Boston Public Library

Compton, Calif., Continues Search. Photograph made in Compton, Calif., where wrecking crews continue their search for bodies under the debris. Sixteen persons lost their lives in the city, and it is feared more will be recovered. This scene shows a steam shovel removing the fallen walls of the Arande Hotel there.

Associated Press · [ca. March 1933]

RightsCC0 — Public Domain

CollectionDigital Commonwealth — Boston Public Library

[Information from item housing] Earthquake - Calif. Misc

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