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View of Town from Bridge

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Panoramic view of Prescott, including multiple buildings, and a view down the center of a railroad bridge. Caption reads: "Greetings from Prescott, Wis."

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Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 28 x 9 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Wisconsin place file, circa 1850s-circa 1950s
Call Number PF Prescott.18

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013SAL
Legacy ID
WHi 40570

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