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Water Tower

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View of a water tower built in 1901. Trees surround the structure and other buildings are in the background.

Publication Information

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
(A6)03663

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W011FPW
Legacy ID
WHi 78251

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