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Exploring the History of the 1929 Violet Ray Gasoline Station in Palo Alto, California

Take a trip back in time to explore the history of the 1929 Violet Ray Gasoline Station in Palo Alto, California. See photos of this iconic building and learn more about its past.
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This series of photos from the 1980s shows an old gas station, originally built in 1929. It’s still located at 799 Alma St. in Palo Alto, California.

Violet Ray Gasoline Station, 799 Alma Street, Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, CA

 

Violet Ray Gasoline Station, 799 Alma Street, Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, CA

 

Violet Ray Gasoline Station, 799 Alma Street, Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, CA

 

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