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Grafton Viaduct

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View across field towards the railroad bridge, seen with the construction almost completed. A man is standing in the middle of the bridge, and two or three other men stand just below him on beams. Another man wearing a long coat stands on the ground below. There is snow on the ground, and buildings are in the background on the far shoreline.

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Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 21 x 16 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Michael Harrington papers, 1853-1955
Call Number PH 2419

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0136YX
Legacy ID
WHi 24658

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