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Washington Park Lagoon
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View of people fishing and boating in Washington Park Lagoon. Three boys are fishing with long bamboo poles from the bank on the left, and two boys are in a rowboat nearby. Along the shoreline on the right are several people in two boats. In the distance is a bridge, and another boat beyond. Trees surround the lagoon.
1950
Kessler, Larry
Publication Information
| Creator | Kessler, Larry |
|---|---|
| Date Created | 1950 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 28 x 35 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Wisconsin Historical Calendars and source photographs, 1948-1992 |
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| Call Number | PH 552 (5) Box 3 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
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W013PA4
WHi 140915
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