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Loading Stones into a Truck

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Members of the First Unitarian Society loading stones at a quarry to be used in the construction of the Meeting House. The building was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. The members of the congregation assisted in the construction in order to save money.

Creator:
Newhouse, John

Publication Information

Creator Newhouse, John

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 11 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection John Newhouse photographs, interviews and other materials, 1945-1974
Call Number (N48)8125

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Copyright Status IN COPYRIGHT
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Rights Holder Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0133SM
Legacy ID
WHi 26546

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