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Barn Fire

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Spectators watch at night as intense flames burn a barn down to its stone foundation.

Creator:
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Publication Information

Creator Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 28 x 23 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 6563

Copyright Information

Copyright Status IN COPYRIGHT
Conditions For Use This image is © copyrighted property of Journal Sentinel Inc. and is provided by the Wisconsin Historical Society subject to contract.  Use of the image requires written permission from the staff of the Collections Division. It may not be sold or redistributed, copied or distributed as a photograph, electronic file, or any other media. The image should not be significantly altered through conventional or electronic means. Images altered beyond standard cropping and resizing require further negotiation with a staff member. Please Credit: Wisconsin Historical Society.
Rights Holder Journal Sentinel, Incorporated; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012A9H
Legacy ID
WHi 23776

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