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Westgate Parking Lot
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Elevated view of the parking lot at the Westgate Shopping Center. The storefronts are on the left, and include Ragatz Shoes, Three Sisters, ?obil Shoes, S.S. Kresge Co., Pearson and the Piggly Wiggly.
July 30, 1960
Vanderbilt, Paul
Publication Information
| Creator | Vanderbilt, Paul |
|---|---|
| Date Created | July 30, 1960 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 13 x 11 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Paul Vanderbilt papers, 1942-1990 (bulk 1954-1990) |
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| Call Number | (X2)11766 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
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