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City of Madison from Old Assembly Grounds

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A city view of Madison across the lake from the old Assembly Grounds.

Date Created:
1898
Creator:
Harper, Blanchard

Publication Information

Creator
Harper, Blanchard
Date Created
1898

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
21 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
(H32)340

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0125XR
Legacy ID
WHi 35802

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