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Scene at Wilton

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View across street in a central business district. On the opposite corner is a brick building with a balcony. A man sits in front of a store front on the side near gas pumps and an automobile. Two people are riding in a horse and buggy on the left. The horses are wearing fly-nets.

Date Created:
1916
Creator:
Gillett, Sherwin

Publication Information

Creator Gillett, Sherwin
Date Created 1916

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)02073

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013GUZ
Legacy ID
WHi 101303

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