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Beach girls friend. Repairs, punctures in bathing costumes. Ben Simank, enterprising
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Beach girls friend. Repairs, punctures in bathing costumes. Ben Simank, enterprising
Beach girls friend.
Repairs, punctures in bathing costumes.
Ben Simank, enterprising young man of Santa Catalina Island, has seized the chance offered by the new vogure for rubber bathing costumes to open a unique buisness on the beah at the American holiday resort.
Ben saw that many costumes were quickly discarded owing to tears.
Now, equipped with puncture outfits in many colurs, he has a stand on the beach and gives a new lease of life to the bathing girls rubber suits.
Photo shows, Ben Simank repairs a beach girls rubber costume at Santa Catalina Island.
17 May 1936
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Media ID 11005858
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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photo print, we are transported back to the vibrant beach scene of Santa Catalina Island in 1936. The image captures the enterprising spirit of a young man named Ben Simank, who has recognized an opportunity amidst the rising popularity of rubber bathing costumes. With keen observation, Ben noticed that many beachgoers discarded their swimsuits due to tears and punctures. Determined to make a difference, he established a unique business right on the sandy shores of this American holiday resort. Equipped with an array of puncture outfits in various colors, Ben's stand became a haven for those seeking repairs and second chances for their beloved rubber suits. The photograph itself showcases Ben Simank diligently repairing a beach girl's rubber costume against the picturesque backdrop of Santa Catalina Island. It serves as a testament not only to his skillful craftsmanship but also to his commitment towards sustainability and resourcefulness during an era marked by economic challenges between two world wars. This monochrome snapshot from TopFoto. co. uk encapsulates the essence of twentieth-century fashion while offering us glimpses into everyday life during the 1930s. It is a reminder that innovation can arise from unexpected places and that even seemingly small acts can have significant impacts on both individuals and communities alike.
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