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Blockhouse Mine

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Blockhouse lead mine with cows grazing.

Date Created:
circa 1940
Creator:
L.L. Cook Company

Publication Information

Creator L.L. Cook Company
Date Created circa 1940

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 18 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number (C741)1377

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W012AUF
Legacy ID
WHi 8987

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