The 'lantern street light' mystery is solved! Thanks so much
HusBy.
Per your instructions, here's where the 1955 Ford Victoria was parked. (red box below)
''pier bowl' area, San Clemente 1972
www.californiacoastline.org & ebay
You can see both large trees on the right.... in the 1972 aerial.
Excellent 'sleuthing'
HusBy.
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