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Locomobile

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A 1922 Locomobile (foreground) and a 1917 model of the same make are parked near the main house at Black Point Estate. Geneva Lake is in the background.

Date Created:
November 12, 1928

Publication Information

Date Created November 12, 1928

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 14 x 9 cm

Collection Information

Call Number Black Point Estate.42.266

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Conditions For Use This image is issued by the Wisconsin Department of Administration. 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.
Rights Holder Wisconsin Department of Administration
Unique ID
W0125MG
Legacy ID
WHi 118226

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