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Pulling Stumps to Clear Land

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Pulling tree stumps in northern Wisconsin. A group of curious onlookers watches as workers load large stumps. A sign in the background reads: "Conrath Home Made Stump Piler."

Creator:
Diemer, Melvin E.

Publication Information

Creator Diemer, Melvin E.

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 18 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Melvin E. Diemer collection, circa 1910-1955
Call Number (D482)6801

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT UNDETERMINED
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0136I7
Legacy ID
WHi 1915

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