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Wilson's Tavern

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Wilson's Tavern, north of the point where the road from Black Hawk enters Trunk Highway 60. Built by John Wilson on Wilson Creek.

Date Created:
1923
Creator:
Cole, Harry Ellsworth, 1861-1928

Publication Information

Creator Cole, Harry Ellsworth, 1861-1928
Date Created 1923

Physical Description

Format Image
Extent 1 photograph

Collection Information

Source Collection Harry Ellsworth Cole papers, 1837-1929
Call Number PH 155 C
Catalog Record https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999464632702121

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012PG8
Legacy ID
WHi 29398

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