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North Star at Chimney Rock

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Text on front reads: "North Star at Chimney Rock." The tour boat "North Star" with visitors viewing Chimney Rock, a formation on the shore of the Wisconsin River. The shoreline is filled with more formations and trees.

Date Created:
1950

Publication Information

Date Created
1950

Physical Description

Format
Image
Extent
1 postcard
Dimensions
14 x 9 cm

Collection Information

Digital Collection
History Center
Call Number
PH 2744
Classification
Archives

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013YI4
Legacy ID
WHi 151624

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