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River Improvement
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Elevated view of a man, on the left, approaching three youths working on the Thunder River. One of the youths is holding a bucket while the others, standing in shallow water, are working with shovels. There is a pool of calm water above the outlet of a man-made weir. A fifth man is walking along the riverbank in the background. On the reverse of the photograph is written: "CCC Boys at River Improvement on Thunder River."
June 1936
Boyle, Jack
Publication Information
| Creator | Boyle, Jack |
|---|---|
| Date Created | June 1936 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 12 x 8 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Wisconsin Conservation Department photographs and films, 1930-1957 |
|---|---|
| Call Number | PH Series 2375.2.1 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
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