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Bird's-Eye View of Town

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View down tree-lined hill over the Pecatonica River. The bridge connects River Street to Main Street. Storefronts line the street, and the Lafayette County Courthouse and the Soldiers and Sailors of the Civil War monument are in the background.

Date Created:
1929
Creator:
Gillett, Sherwin

Publication Information

Creator Gillett, Sherwin
Date Created 1929

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)00615

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013GCA
Legacy ID
WHi 86323

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