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Street Scene

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A blurred image of a man as he is walking across the unpaved street which goes down to the Mississippi River. The Bay State House and more storefronts are located on the left, and other commercial buildings line the street on the right.

Creator:
Gillett, Sherwin

Publication Information

Creator Gillett, Sherwin

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)00660

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013GBA
Legacy ID
WHi 86456

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