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St. Croix River Log Jam

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Several men standing amidst a huge log jam on the St. Croix River. The men are standing in a line holding a rope. A bridge spans the river in the far background.

Date Created:
circa 1890-1899
Creator:
Cruikshank, James Walter

Publication Information

Creator Cruikshank, James Walter
Date Created circa 1890-1899

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 22 x 16 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection James Walter Cruikshank photographs, ca. 1895
Call Number PH 2825

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013234
Legacy ID
WHi 62818

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