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Ruins of Cyclone 8-7-24 Ristow Farm Near Black River Falls, Wis

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Ruins after a tornado. Demolished farm buildings, wagons and a windmill.

Date Created:
August 7, 1924
Creator:
Gillett, Sherwin

Publication Information

Creator
Gillett, Sherwin
Date Created
August 7, 1924

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013GRJ
Legacy ID
WHi 101549

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