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Panoramic view of Madison, Wis. : state capital of Wisconsin, University of Wisconsin
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This 1908 bird's-eye view map of Madison emphasizes the two most important facets of the city--the University and state government. Although the Capitol building is shown as complete, it was not finished until 1917. The large round structure at the lower left is the Lakeside Assembly, where Madison Chautauqua meetings were held. Lake Mendota is in the background and Lake Monona in the foreground. The key beneath the view identifies 20 University buildings, public buildings by type including 15 public schools, 20 churches, rivers, lakes, public attraction areas, and railroad depots and lines.
1908
Wellge, H. (Henry) (cartographer)
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WHi 3160
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