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Black Earth Creek

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Black Earth Creek in the winter, with the banks covered with snow. Large trees are leaning over the creek on the right bank. In the background are a fence, hills and trees.

Date Created:
1949
Creator:
William Wollin Studio

Publication Information

Creator
William Wollin Studio
Date Created
1949

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
21 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH Series 2779, box 3 , fldr 2

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013P7J
Legacy ID
WHi 140870

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Man Fixing Snow Fence

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Wisconsin Winter

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Trees and snow, with buildings behind trees in the background. In the far background are hills or bluffs with rocky outcroppings.

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The Thaw

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Dried grass is caught in a barb wire fence that is leaning over near a small creek. Snow is on the ground.

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