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Plankinton House
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Elevated view of the street and construction site outside of the Plankinton House hotel and various storefronts. Along the street and sidewalks are horse-drawn carriages, pedestrians, and construction workers.
after 1905
Taylor, J. Robert
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W0131CJ
WHi 56742
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