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Downer College

Image

View of Downer College. Snow is on the ground.

Date Created:
1890

Publication Information

Date Created
1890

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
24 x 14 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PF Fox Lake.1

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013QZ9
Legacy ID
WHi 31314

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