Mayville Buick Dealer | Photograph | Wisconsin Historical Society

Photograph

Mayville Buick Dealer

Mayville Buick Dealer | Photograph | Wisconsin Historical Society
The Crescent Garage. Although the photograph dates from 1981, the curb-side gas pumps are a throwback to the early days of gas stations. The Crescent Garage was not only a service station, but it was also an exclusive Buick dealer, selling from 100 to 150 news cars a year in the city.

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DESCRIPTION
The Crescent Garage. Although the photograph dates from 1981, the curb-side gas pumps are a throwback to the early days of gas stations. The Crescent Garage was not only a service station, but it was also an exclusive Buick dealer, selling from 100 to 150 news cars a year in the city.
RECORD DETAILS
Image ID:40875
Creation Date: 11 12 1981
Creator Name:Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
City:Mayville
County:Dodge
State:Wisconsin
Collection Name:Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Genre:Photograph
Original Format Type:photographic print, b&w
Original Format Number:CF 64
Original Dimensions:10 x 6.25 inches
SUBJECTS
Streets
Central business districts
Cities and towns
Sidewalks
Automobile industry and trade
Outdoor photography
Storefronts
Gasoline industry
Signs and signboards
Automobile repair shops
Automobile dealers
RIGHTS AND PERMISSIONS
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Reference Details
Location:Wisconsin Historical Society Archives, 4th Floor, Madison, Wisconsin

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