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Ford Garage

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The Ford service station. There is graffiti on the interior side of the windows. A car is parked outside.

Date Created:
1921
Creator:
Gillett, Sherwin

Publication Information

Creator Gillett, Sherwin
Date Created 1921

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Sherwin H. Gillett papers and photographs, 1880s-1964 (bulk 1910-1961)
Call Number (G5)00244

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0143UL
Legacy ID
WHi 83794

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