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Riverside Cottage

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Vines are growing on trellises on the side of a small cottage on the Rock River. There is a birdbath in the yard, as well as a birdhouse on a pole. An automobile is parked in front of the cottage. The description on the negative envelope reads: "Attractive back yard of a summer home along the Rock River just north of Janesville."

Date Created:
May 1938
Creator:
Coon, C. L.

Publication Information

Creator Coon, C. L.
Date Created May 1938

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 14 x 9 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Wisconsin Conservation Department photographs and films, 1930-1957
Call Number (W535)776

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013OFE
Legacy ID
WHi 134059

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