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Construction Work on the New Free Bridge

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Two cranes and a car at the bridge construction site. Several workers work on carving out the road at the edge of the river.

Date Created:
August 29, 1930
Creator:
Gillett, Sherwin

Publication Information

Creator Gillett, Sherwin
Date Created August 29, 1930

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Sherwin H. Gillett papers and photographs, 1880s-1964 (bulk 1910-1961)
Call Number (G5)00365

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013G3B
Legacy ID
WHi 84731

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