Another random assortment, from the 1974 BW negative batch that I have been posting this week. From the boats, our photographer shot the clock with its colorful figures representing the children of the world. I have also included a semi-similar modern-day comparison photo:



I am guessing that this semi-blurry shot was taken from the Monorail, showing the signage for the now defunct Motor Boat Cruise. This under-utilized area is often the subject of rumor whenever the possibility of new attractions comes up.



Although obviously not the same angle, it’s the closest one I could find for a contemporary comparison shot (note to self: ride the Monorail this weekend!):



A few of the Mark Twain, making its rounds on the Rivers of America:



Do I miss Cascade Peak? You betcha'! Though admittedly, with the growth of trees, its loss becomes less noticeable (visually) with every passing year. This 2006 shows the Twain in a similar viewpoint, with the addition of the 50th Anniversary decor and the rotting Mine Train (which has now been removed).



The same area as it looks now, minus the rotting Mine Train:







And a recent colorful comparison shot, with Big Thunder Mountain being the obvious difference.:



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The last of the Big 3 for new attractions at Disneyland in 1959 was the Submarine Voyage. At a cost of $80,000 each, you can understand why Walt’s fleet was a big deal. These 2 photos were taken only 10 days after the June 14, 1959 opening day ceremonies. Note the patriotic bunting.



The next four are also from June 1959.



These also give a glimpse of the neighboring Motor Boat Cruise & Matterhorn:







See more vintage Submarine Voyage photos at my regular website. Meanwhile in media-land, “Sleeping Beauty,” the Platinum Edition, is now out, and boy is it a beauty (pun intended)!









The section of extras on the Disneyland Sleeping Beauty Castle Diorama is not to be missed. Pick it up on Blu-ray at Amazon.com as well as regular DVD at Amazon.com.

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For the 2nd year in a row, I ran in the Disneyland Half Marathon. Last year was a horrible experience with the blazing temperatures that caused me to wonder whether I’d finish or not. This year was a much happier run. I shaved 9 minutes off my time from last year and ran the entire time. I also have to give kudos to Disney for one of the most organized and well-thought out races. The volunteers were wonderful and so was the entertainment along the way.



Back to regular biz, we have this color shot of two Matterhorn climbers, affording us a nice aerial shot of the Submarine Voyage, Autopia, and Motor Boat Cruise.



Square Dancing at Disneyland? Well, I guess anything is possible...looks like a showdown between the Country & Western dancers and the Tyrolean ones.



See more vintage & current Matterhorn photos at my regular website. “Nightmare Before Christmas” fans—this Tim Burton classic is now available on Blu-ray, and also features a way cool tour of the Haunted Mansion (NBC version). Available at Amazon.com.

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