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George A. Whiting Paper Mill

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Aerial view of the George A. Whiting Paper Mill.

Date Created:
1949

Publication Information

Date Created 1949

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 15 x 12 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Wisconsin place file, circa 1850s-circa 1950s
Call Number PF Menasha.22

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013TAE
Legacy ID
WHi 39154

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