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Grand Avenue at 4th Street

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Grand Avenue at 4th Street looking east. An electric sign for the Alhambra Theatre is in the center. Pedestrians are crossing the road and are on the sidewalk. A streetcar is on the right.

Date Created:
1895
Creator:
Taylor, J. Robert

Publication Information

Creator Taylor, J. Robert
Date Created 1895

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 14 x 9 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection J. Robert Taylor photographs, 1898-1930
Call Number PF Milwaukee.597

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Rights Holder Journal Sentinel, Incorporated; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0130ZV
Legacy ID
WHi 54878

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