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Peshtigo Fire

Date: 11 25 1871
Description: Engraved view of Peshtigo Fire showing people trying to escape the flames by boat and on horseback. A team of cattle also seek refuge and several birds tak...
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River Scene

Date: 1871
Description: Scene at river showing fire destruction.
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The Wreck of the Steamer J.S.

Date: 06 25 1910
Description: The wreck of the sternwheel excursion, J.S., after being destroyed by fire. Caption reads: "This wreck of the Str. J.S. Burned June 25, 1910, now ly...
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After the Fire

Date: 1899
Description: Elevated view looking west over the open basements of commercial buildings which were destroyed by a recent fire. Main Street is in the foreground. Horse-d...
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I.P. Rumsey Tending a Fire Outdoors

Date: 1908
Description: Wearing gloves, I.P. Rumsey is holding a stick and tending a smoking fire outdoors in a clearing on the Island. Archibald Lake is in the background.

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