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Public School

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Exterior view of the public school from unpaved road. The building is a two-story wood frame building with a flat roof and bell tower with a flag pole on top. There is a hand-pump near the steps leading to the entrance. Trees are in the front yard. Behind the school is a field, and on the far right a stack of fuelwood.

Date Created:
1909
Creator:
Gillett, Sherwin

Publication Information

Creator Gillett, Sherwin
Date Created 1909

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)01847

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013GOX
Legacy ID
WHi 100170

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