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Empty Stream Bed with Dam

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A man stands on rocks that will dam Dale Creek. This picture was likely taken for a study of the water drainage system in early Greendale.

Creator:
Miller, Raymond J.

Publication Information

Creator Miller, Raymond J.

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 7 x 7 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Raymond J. Miller records and photographs of Greendale, Wisconsin, 1938-1970
Call Number PH Milwaukee Mss 191.51.33

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013DAL
Legacy ID
WHi 63374

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