Uncle Sam's fighting armada of the Atlantic fleet which is riding at anchor in Hudson River NY waiting to be reviewed May 17th by President Wilson was the real attraction and the Mecca towards which tens of thousands made their way after Divine services in churches of the city Dense crowds lined the shores craft of all descriptions from tiniest of launches to most palacial of yachts not to mention canoes and rowboats were crowded to their utmost capacity and a number of minor water accidents and reescues resulted. The crew of yacht Naaide rescuing Frank Smith and sister after they had been capsized from their canoe Photo measures 8.5 x 6.75 inches. Photo is dated 05-10-1915.
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