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Publication Information
| Creator | Thordarson, Chester Hjörtur , 1867-1945 |
|---|---|
| Date Created | circa 1880-1945 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
|---|---|
| Extent | 1 photograph |
| Dimensions | 24 x 19 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Chester Hjörtur Thordarson papers, 1880-1945 |
|---|---|
| Call Number | M97-130 Box 3 |
| Media Number | Box 3 |
| Catalog Record | https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999464748902121 |
| Finding Aid | https://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/wiarchives.uw-whs-mss00453 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
|---|---|
| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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Fishing Village
circa 1880-1945
Snow-covered buildings of a fishing village on Rock Island (also known as Pottawatomie Island).
Log Cabin
1914
Log cabin known as the "haunted house" on Rock Island, remodeled by Chester Thordarson. There are three people sitting on the porch.
Pottawatomie Lighthouse
circa 1880-1945
Exterior view of the "Pottawatomie" lighthouse in snowy expanse of land, with the lake in the background.
Two Men in front of Lodge
circa 1880-1945
Exterior view of a lodge, probably on Rock Island in Door County. Two men pose in front of the building.
Rock Island Pagoda
circa 1880-1945
A view of the Rock Island Pagoda on the Thordarson Estate on Washington Island.
Chester Thordarson
circa 1920-1945
Studio portrait of Chester Thordarson seated with books and a pencil.
