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Steamer Quincy at Levee

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The sidewheel packet, Quincy, tied up at the levee. Bridge in background. Later named J.S. Caption reads: "Steamer Quincy at Levee, La Crosse, Wis."

Date Created:
1910

Publication Information

Date Created 1910

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 8 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 523082

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0146Z7
Legacy ID
WHi 6179

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Sunken Boat "Quincy"

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