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Forest Park at Chautauqua Grounds
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Children play in Forest Park at the Chautauqua Grounds, an institution founded in 1874. Residences can be seen beyond the playground at right. Caption reads: "Children's Play Ground, Forest Park, Chautauqua, Shelbyville, ILLS.
Publication Information
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 13 x 11 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Albertype Company photographs, circa 1880s-circa 1950 |
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| Call Number | (A61)04444 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
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