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Shell Filling Station

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The Shell filling station, 341 State Street, as workers are starting to tear it down. The station, built in 1924 and at one time judged the second most beautiful gasoline station in the United States, will be replaced by a modern filling station with three bays. The Black Furniture Store is in the background.

Date Created:
June 15, 1948
Creator:
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)

Publication Information

Creator Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
Date Created June 15, 1948

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Arthur M. Vinje photographs and negatives, circa 1914-circa 1962
Call Number PH 6442.2587B

Copyright Information

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Rights Holder Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011SWZ
Legacy ID
WHi 59656

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