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Colsac Ferry with Flag
circa 1950-1959
The Merrimac ferry "Colsac" with an American flag.
Automobiles Wait for the Merrimac Ferry
circa 1950-1959
Automobiles line up to wait for the Merrimac ferry "Colsac".
"Colsac II" Ferry
circa 1950-1959
The Merrimac ferry "Colsac II" is seen on the Wisconsin River behind two signs. The signs read, "Road Closed" and "Ferry Opens April 15".
"Colsac I" Ferry
circa 1950-1959
A close view of the Merrimac ferry "Colsac I" with a sign reading, "Stop Your Motor When Ferry Is Moving".
Two Views of Ferries
circa 1950-1959
Two images of ferries as printed on a postcard. The top image is the ferry "Colsac" on the Wisconsin River. The bottom image is simply described as an earlier ferry. Caption on the image at the top...
