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Stump Fence

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A field is demarcated by tree stumps piled in a wide row. Beyond the piled stumps is a field with stumps still in the ground. There is a farm building on the left and trees in the background. On the reverse of the print is written: "A pine stump fence on a northwestern farm."

Date Created:
1930
Creator:
Diemer, Melvin E.

Publication Information

Creator Diemer, Melvin E.
Date Created 1930

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 18 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Wisconsin Conservation Department photographs and films, 1930-1957
Call Number PH Series 2375.1.1

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013O2P
Legacy ID
WHi 129732

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