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Man Diving into Mississippi River

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A man diving off a pier into the Mississippi River. Another man is swimming in the water, while other men and boys are standing on the floating pier.

Date Created:
1925
Creator:
Cornelius, Frank

Publication Information

Creator Cornelius, Frank
Date Created 1925

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 18 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, photographs, circa 1910- circa 1940
Call Number (C76)127

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0143LJ
Legacy ID
WHi 61253

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