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Rare and highly collectible lot consisting of the 1931 Venice High School yearbook \"The Gondolier\" plus an original 1935 Commencement Exercises program from the same school — a unique pairing of two pieces of authentic Depression-era California history.
Item 1: The Gondolier — 1931 Yearbook
Published annually by the students of Venice High School, Venice, California.
Hard black leatherette cover with embossed title and decorative shield design
Extensively signed throughout by classmates — endpapers and interior pages covered with handwritten dedications and personal messages
One inscription written in French by \"Luis Fernandez\"
Reference to \"Hollywood Star\" among inscriptions — reflecting the school\'s proximity to the entertainment industry
\"In Memoriam\" page honoring Mr. Wesley A. Armitage, James Hackler, Harry Stemming, Charles Stemming, and Harold Walker (Class of \'16 President)
Decorative Art Deco-style illustrated borders throughout
Some inscriptions dated into the 1960s, showing the book was cherished for decades
Includes photos of student orchestras, chorus, sports teams, and school life
Item 2: Commencement Exercises Program — Winter Class 1935
Thursday Evening, January 24, 1935 — found tucked inside the yearbook.
Small folded card with illustrated cover featuring the school\'s bell tower
Contains the complete list of graduating students (boys and girls) for Winter 1935
Notations indicate Honor Students and recipients of the Federation Membership Pin
Excellent condition for its age
