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Wisconsin State Capitol Generators

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Old steam generator at the State Capital Heating and Power Plant, 624 East Main Street, with new turbine generators in the background.

Date Created:
June 21, 1970
Creator:
Potter, James T.

Publication Information

Creator
Potter, James T.
Date Created
June 21, 1970

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Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W01324B
Legacy ID
WHi 35446

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