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Land Clearing Special Train

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Land clearing special train in a field.

Creator:
Diemer, Melvin E.

Publication Information

Creator Diemer, Melvin E.

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 18 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Melvin E. Diemer collection, circa 1910-1955
Call Number (D482)6787

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W0136U1
Legacy ID
WHi 6788

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