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The Seagull

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The tour launch Seagull, of the Ryan Boat Line, on the Wisconsin River at the Dells. The Kilbourn bridge is in the background. The captain is the only person aboard.

Date Created:
1925
Creator:
Trimpey, Ephraim Burt

Publication Information

Creator Trimpey, Ephraim Burt
Date Created 1925

Physical Description

Format Image
Extent 1 photograph
Dimensions 18 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Ephraim Burt Trimpey photographs, circa 1910-1940
Call Number (T812)7538
Catalog Record https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/9911126162902121

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012GBM
Legacy ID
WHi 71333

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