Storm-battered area

Caption: "Storm-battered area--Photo shows a section of Manhattan Beach Esplanade as it has looked in recent years. In a move to protect the community's residents and homes, Borough President Abe Stark is urging construction of reinforced concrete 'curtain wall' and parapet to withstand effects of storms in this area which faces Atlantic ocean. Project's estimated cost is about $1,000,000;" several homes and yards along left.