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Main Street Intersection

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Two boys walking on board sidewalk of First Street away from Main Street. In the right foreground is a display case of Van Schaick photographs, in front of his studio. Identified on the north corner of the intersection, from left to right, is the Bakery and the A.F. Werner Store.

Creator:
Van Schaick, Charles

Publication Information

Creator Van Schaick, Charles

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 11 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Charles Van Schaick photographs and negatives, circa 1880-circa 1940
Call Number (V2)85

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W0127BE
Legacy ID
WHi 41954

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