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John Street Bridge

Date: 1960
Description: View looking down at people working on John Street Bridge during the razing. There is a crane on the bridge.
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First Methodist Church

Date: 03 1975
Description: The First Methodist Church on Wisconsin Avenue in the process of being razed.
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Democrat Printing Company Building Razing

Date: 06 12 1952
Description: Carl Federman, foreman of the Allen Wrecking Company, standing on the truck being loaded with debris from the razing of the Democrat Printing Company build...
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Wrecker - 24 Hour Service

Date: 1929
Description: A wrecker truck and driver parked behind a sign that says " We Guarantee Our Service". The steering wheel is on the right. Countryside in the background.
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A Tavern in Theresa

Date: 11 1991
Description: Theresa landmark disappeared over the weekend as part of the highway improvement plan. Originally built by Morris Lehner, the tavern and restaurant was a p...
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Vilas Mansion Demolished for Construction of National Guardian Life Insurance Co. Building

Date: 05 23 1963
Description: The 104-year old Vilas Mansion at 12 Gilman Street is demolished to make way for the new National Guardian Life Insurance Co. building. The house was built...
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Razing Old House on Milwaukee Street

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Description: View across intersection towards several people standing outside a building that is partially demolished. A nearby sign advertises the Union House. Caption...

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