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Fire Fighers with Hoses

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Fire fighters spraying hoses upwards towards a building amid smoke. On the right are two men aiming water with a tall pump on wheels.

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 (T352)39

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Rights Holder Journal Sentinel, Incorporated; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0131ED
Legacy ID
WHi 57224

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