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Mary Matilda Rumsey Visiting the Hermit

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Mary Matilda Rumsey visiting "The Hermit" island, where George H. Holt had a summer cottage on Archibald Lake. Caption reads: "A 'Friend.'"

Date Created:
1898
Creator:
Holt, Lucy

Publication Information

Creator Holt, Lucy
Date Created 1898

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 12 x 9 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Lucy Holt photo albums, 1895-1936
Call Number M2018-012, Album 1

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0141JV
Legacy ID
WHi 137484

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