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WWII (1943) Surf bathing at Ocean View

WWII (1943) Surf bathing at Ocean View

"45:-Surf Bathing, Ocean View, Norfolk, Va."

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Postmark: Norfolk, Va. Mar. 14, 1943
Address:
Mr. R. H. Ramsey & family, Goshen, Va.
Message:
"Dear Dad, Pat & Nell, Came down this week-end to see Bill. Me Harry and his wife. Bill says hello. Irma & Bill"
Description: "Together with Willoughby Beach which adjoins it, Ocean View has a frontage of several miles on a beautiful stretch of white sand beach overlooking lower Chesapeake Bay and entrance to the Virginia Capes. The Amusement Park and Casino are among the most elaborate in the south. Fishing of a sort that cannot be surpassed on the Atlantic Coast. Swimming and surf bathing seven months of the

year. Water sports of many varieties. Delicious seafood meals."
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