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Alexander Lake's Nursery

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A boy and a man are holding up small white pine trees, while workers are planting them at Alexander Lake's nursery. In the background are horses and wagons. A farm building is on the far left.

Date Created:
1896
Creator:
Van Schaick, Charles

Publication Information

Creator Van Schaick, Charles
Date Created 1896

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Charles Van Schaick photographs and negatives, circa 1880-circa 1940
Call Number (V24)2202

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0128BA
Legacy ID
WHi 5353

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