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Fox River
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View towards the front of the excursion boat "Thistle" loaded with riders on the Fox River. Two people are standing on the right above the pilings near a building. Trees are on the right. Caption reads: "Boat Scene at Omro, Wis."
1907
E.C. Kropp Co.
Publication Information
| Creator | E.C. Kropp Co. |
|---|---|
| Date Created | 1907 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 14 x 9 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Wisconsin place file, circa 1850s-circa 1950s |
|---|---|
| Call Number | PF Omro.2 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
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| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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