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Electric Dynamo
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An open wooden structure built over a small mill race supports a vertical water wheel. A large belt runs horizontally from the water wheel to a line shaft and drives a generator. The generator provided electric power for the Teegarden farm.
1932
Publication Information
| Date Created | 1932 |
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Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 11 x 8 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Wisconsin rural school survey records, 1931-1933 |
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| Call Number | PH 262.4i |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
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