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Austrian Pine
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A tall pine shading the front of the two-story brick house built by Rufus White in 1864. The tree was probably planted around the same time. Frank Hoard was the second owner of the house which is now part of the Hoard Historical Museum. The tree is no longer standing.
1981
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 |
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