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Rolla B. Shurfelt Farm

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Barnyard scene on the Rollo Shurfelt farm with people milking the cows. Several horses are in the yard as well.

Date Created:
1900

Publication Information

Date Created 1900

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 541

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W014703
Legacy ID
WHi 4775

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