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Train Yard from Hillside

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Elevated view of the Milwaukee Electric Rapid Transit at 20-23rd Streets and St. Paul, looking southeast from a hillside. Snow is on the ground, the buildings, and the large piles of coal or coke in the distance.

Creator:
Taylor, J. Robert

Publication Information

Creator Taylor, J. Robert

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection J. Robert Taylor photographs, 1898-1930
Call Number (T35)104

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Rights Holder Journal Sentinel, Incorporated; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0131BU
Legacy ID
WHi 56037

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