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Library Reading Room

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View of the State Historical Society of Wisconsin's Library Reading Room from the mezzanine.

Creator:
Diemer, Melvin E.

Publication Information

Creator Diemer, Melvin E.

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Wisconsin place file, circa 1850s-circa 1950s
Call Number (D479)2223

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013UP1
Legacy ID
WHi 51621

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