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Looking West from Main Street

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View down Main Street. A row of houses is on the left. Horses and a buggy are stationed near a shop with a sign that reads "Schlump Brothers."

Date Created:
1915
Creator:
Gillett, Sherwin

Publication Information

Creator Gillett, Sherwin
Date Created 1915

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 11 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Sherwin H. Gillett papers and photographs, 1880s-1964 (bulk 1910-1961)
Call Number (G5)00047

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013FRF
Legacy ID
WHi 81941

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