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Rufus Dodge Maples

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A row of mature maples standing along Highway 12. They were planted by Rufus Dodge, one of the early settlers of Fort Atkinson.

Date Created:
1981
Creator:
Durbin, R.D.

Publication Information

Creator Durbin, R.D.
Date Created 1981

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 21 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection R. Bruce Allison photographs, undated
Call Number PH 7049.1.3

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013D1A
Legacy ID
WHi 127366

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