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Wagon Bridge

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View across water towards a wooden wagon bridge over the Wisconsin River. A farm and tree-covered hills are on the opposite shoreline.

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)01747

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013GHV
Legacy ID
WHi 99741

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