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Main Street

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View down Main Street looking south. At the bottom of the street is a bridge, and beyond is a hill with houses and trees. There are pedestrians along the sidewalk of Main Street, which is lined with storefronts.

Date Created:
1925
Creator:
Gillett, Sherwin

Publication Information

Creator Gillett, Sherwin
Date Created 1925

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)00613

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013GB4
Legacy ID
WHi 86321

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