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View down unpaved road of a filling station. Along the side of the station on the left is a hand-pump, and a large tank lying on its side. Three buildings are in the background, and two automobiles are parked under trees on the right side of the road.

Date Created:
1921
Creator:
Gillett, Sherwin

Publication Information

Creator Gillett, Sherwin
Date Created 1921

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)01541

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013GLR
Legacy ID
WHi 93183

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