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Buildings along Milwaukee River

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View from pier or dock of buildings along the Milwaukee River, including a building with a clock tower. Signage on brick exteriors reads "J.C. Iverson Co. / Picture Frames, Mouldings, Mirrors," "B. Mock & Son Hotel Pfister Livery Stables," "The Worlds Breakfast, Quaker Oats," and "Espenhain Dry Goods Co. Wholesale & Retail, Carpets & Draperies."

Date Created:
1898
Creator:
Dankoler, Harry E.

Publication Information

Creator
Dankoler, Harry E.
Date Created
1898

Physical Description

Format
Image
Extent
1 photograph
Dimensions
11 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
(D28)124
Conditions For Physical Access
This image is issued by the Wisconsin Historical Society. Use of the image requires written permission from the staff of the Collections Division. It may not be sold or redistributed, copied or distributed as a photograph, electronic file, or any other media. The image should not be significantly altered through conventional or electronic means. Images altered beyond standard cropping and resizing require further negotiation with a staff member. The user is responsible for all issues of copyright. Please Credit: Wisconsin Historical Society.
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Archives

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012P7U
Legacy ID
WHi 69194

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