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J.V. Farwell, Jr. Home

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Description: Outdoor view of the residence of Mr. J.V. Farwell, Jr. A curved drive is leading up to the house, which is surrounded by trees and shrubs. Caption reads: "...
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Galloway House Museum

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Description: Galloway House Museum and flower-laden lawn on a sunny, summer day. Large oak trees stand to the left and right of the museum. Two benches, a bird bath, ...
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Rock Terrace

Date: 10 07 1973
Description: A rock terrace in the yard of a house at 5606 Old Middleton Road.
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Water Spirit Burial Mound

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Description: A view of a two-tailed water spirit burial mound on the grounds of the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus near Observatory Hill.
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Landscaping Near House

Date: 06 1926
Description: Perennials and evergreens planted on the lawn of a brick home. Ivy is growing up the exterior walls of the house.
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Farmhouse and Landscaping

Date: 06 1923
Description: Landscape surrounding a farmhouse.
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Thordarson Estate

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Description: Hand-colored view of the Thordarson estate including the boathouse and a stone-paved path with benches.
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Lake Park Stone Stairway

Date: 1909
Description: Stone Stairway. At the top there is a decorative balcony overlooking the stairway, and part of a building can be seen. Caption reads: "Stone Stairway, Lake...
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Man Operating Mower on Grounds

Date: 1899
Description: A man in coveralls is operating a horse-drawn mower on the grounds of a large estate or park. Several benches are on the perimeter of the grounds.
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Brookside Residence

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Description: View of "Brookside" residence featuring outside staircases, sculptures, fountain and a vast lawn.
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South Face of Wadsworth Hall

Date: 1910
Description: Exterior view of the south face of Wadsworth Hall. A flag flies from the pediment. A large lawn with shrubs and trees is in the foreground.
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Fountain at Villa Louis

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Description: View of water spouting from a pipe sticking out of a pond surrounded by stones on the grounds of Villa Louis. The house and two outbuildings are visible am...
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Group on the Steps at Villa Louis

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Description: East facade view of Villa Louis with a group of four men, five women (possibly the Dousman family), and two dogs assembled on and around the steps at an en...
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Courtyard Garden

Date: 1928
Description: A garden in late summer with dahlias and marigolds at the home of William Llewellyn and Zona Gale Breese. The house, a brick wall and decorative fence encl...
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Formal Garden

Date: 09 1925
Description: Formal garden at Dickenson Estate.
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School Grounds and School

Date: 05 1925
Description: School building and its grounds, including trees and swing sets.
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Trees Lining Suburban Neighborhood

Date: 1924
Description: View down a wide, tree-lined neighborhood street. Well-maintained lawns and houses can be seen on the left. A man with a reel mower is working in a yard, a...
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Trees and Shrubs in Front Yard of Suburban Residence

Date: 1924
Description: View from across street of the landscaping of a suburban home. Original title reads: "Good foundation plantings. Desirable open lawn evergreens may eventua...
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Suburban Home Landscaping

Date: 1924
Description: Suburban lawn and shrubbery demonstrate what the original caption describes as "well-planned" landscaping and upkeep.
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Farmhouse's Planting and Fence

Date: 1924
Description: View from a rural road to a farmhouse demonstrating its landscaping and what the original caption describes as a "novel fence." The large barn in the backg...

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