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Looking West
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Several people are standing on a large snow bank on 8th Street, looking north after the big snowstorm of 1881. Signs hanging over the sidewalk attached to the brick buildings read: "Paint, Oil & Glass," and American Express, Custom House, Telegraph Office."
March 4, 1881
George M. Groh & Bros.
Publication Information
| Creator | George M. Groh & Bros. |
|---|---|
| Date Created | March 4, 1881 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 18 x 11 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s |
|---|---|
| Call Number | CF 1773 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
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| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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