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July 29 Raising Day! Part 2



The first bent goes up, on schedule, around 8:30 in the morning. The next 4 follow as quickly and easily.

1st bent going up
The first bent goes up easily. Many hands do indeed make light work. Volunteers line up in 2 rows: the first to lift, and the second standing behind, pike poles in hand to help the lifters past a certain point.


bent up



brace
Temporary side bracing is hammered into place.



2nd bent
As more Monterey townsfolk gather to watch, the second bent is lifted.

2nd bent
pike poles 2nd bent
Pike poles help the lifters of the 2nd bent.


3rd bent
Above and below: The 3rd bent is raised.


3rd bent


3rd bent volunteers
Volunteers from the Town of Monterey join the fun.




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