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Columbus Library

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Interior view of the Columbus Library looking toward children's room. In the foreground is a reading table, and librarian's desk. There are also bookshelves, a fireplace, and a skylight.

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Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 8 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Photographs of the exteriors and interiors of public library buildings in Wisconsin, 1890-1948, 1959
Call Number PH 1683

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013COJ
Legacy ID
WHi 63863

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