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Observation Tower
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View looking up towards people enjoying the view from the top of the wooden observation tower at Potawatomi State Park. Two women are standing in the parking lot near an automobile on the right. The 75 foot tower was built in 1932.
September 6, 1937
Coon, C. L.
Publication Information
| Creator | Coon, C. L. |
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| Date Created | September 6, 1937 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 9 x 14 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Wisconsin Conservation Department photographs and films, 1930-1957 |
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| Call Number | (W535)588 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
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W013OD0
WHi 134044
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