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Olson's Store at Crescent Park

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A young boy sits on the dock in front of Olson's store in Crescent Park on Lake Waubesa. Small row boats are arrayed for rental.

Date Created:
August 1927
Creator:
Gillett, Sherwin

Publication Information

Creator
Gillett, Sherwin
Date Created
August 1927

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
11 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013H65
Legacy ID
WHi 24370

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