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Dam

Image

Wooden dam on a river. Trees and hills are in the background.

Date Created:
1915
Creator:
Gillett, Sherwin

Publication Information

Creator Gillett, Sherwin
Date Created 1915

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)01642

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013GG8
Legacy ID
WHi 99390

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