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Van Hise Rock

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Van Hise Rock by Ableman's Narrows (Rock Springs), with dedication plaque. Rock Springs was called Ableman until 1947.

Date Created:
1920

Publication Information

Date Created 1920

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 8 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Wisconsin place file, circa 1850s-circa 1950s
Call Number PF Ableman.1

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013Q8J
Legacy ID
WHi 28128

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