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The Dipper was Playland's grand attraction, a state-of-the-art roller coaster. Photos courtesy of commonswikimedia and Shoreline Historical Museum.

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Playland

Seattle's Amusement Park (1930-1961)

Playland, a 12-acre "million-dollar pleasure resort," opened with a flourish on May 24, 1930