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The Beach

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View along rocky shoreline towards adults and children on the seashore, nde wading in the water. In the distance are cottages and other buildings, possibly summer homes and hotels.

Date Created:
1920

Publication Information

Date Created
1920

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
(A6)03274

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011JZV
Legacy ID
WHi 77559

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