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Early Power Boat Used for Fishing

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Steamboat on Long Lake owned by Lorenzo Newman of Chippewa Falls. It is anchored at Newman Peninsula on Long Lake near a wet boathouse. The boat was operated by steam and used as an excursion boat. It had cushioned seats, electric lights and a canvas canopy. In the background is the far shoreline of the lake.

Date Created:
1900
Creator:
Bish, A. A. (Alfred A.)

Publication Information

Creator
Bish, A. A. (Alfred A.)
Date Created
1900

Physical Description

Format
Image
Extent
1 photograph
Dimensions
26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011LYX
Legacy ID
WHi 2159

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