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Rock River Scenery

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Elevated view looking west from the Main Street Bridge, a partially covered wooden bridge spanning the Rock River. In the foreground on the right are boats dock along the shore. Riverside dwellings are in the background.

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Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Albertype Company photographs, circa 1880s-circa 1950
Call Number (A6)03656

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W011FLW
Legacy ID
WHi 78228

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