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The Plocker Tavern

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A copy of an older photograph of the William Plocker (Plokker) Tavern south of Fairwater. An unidentified couple sits in the front yard; the man holds a rake. The front (gable) end of the building has fancy eave brackets and a porch with stone foundation. There is a low wing to the right.

Date Created:
1925
Creator:
Cole, Harry Ellsworth, 1861-1928

Publication Information

Creator Cole, Harry Ellsworth, 1861-1928
Date Created 1925

Physical Description

Format Image
Extent 1 photograph
Dimensions 17 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Harry Ellsworth Cole papers, 1837-1929
Call Number PH 155 F
Catalog Record https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999464632702121

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012PGP
Legacy ID
WHi 67074

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