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The Steam Launch

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The boathouse is protecting the steam launch, called The Islander, from the elements. The man in the boathouse on the left is pulling a rope. A man is standing in the lake to the right of the launch. Two men on the right are on the pier. Caption reads: "Launch."

Date Created:
1911
Creator:
Holt, Lucy

Publication Information

Creator Holt, Lucy
Date Created 1911

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 8 x 14 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Lucy Holt photo albums, 1895-1936
Call Number M2018-012, Album 3

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0141MP
Legacy ID
WHi 140206

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The Stroh Family on the Islander Steam Launch

The Stroh Family on the Islander Steam Launch

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The New Boathouse on Archibald Lake

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Boating on the Islander

Boating on the Islander

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Three Young Men and the Islander Steam Launch

Three Young Men and the Islander Steam Launch

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Three young men are standing on the pier at Island Lodge on Archibald Lake. The Islander steam launch is tied to the pier with a rope. Holding a gun, Nathan McClure is standing on the left . Wearin...

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Boating on Archibald Lake

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The Islander Steam Launch at the Dock on Archibald Lake

The Islander Steam Launch at the Dock on Archibald Lake

1904

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