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Frank Barn — Interior

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Paul and Carol Frank have been married 43 years. They milk 20 cows that produce about 800 lbs. of milk daily.

Date Created:
circa 2000-2009

Publication Information

Date Created circa 2000-2009

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Collection Information

Call Number 1011000040

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Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W01329A
Legacy ID
WHi 78409

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