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Spring Green Business District

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View from street of a street corner in the business district, with a large brick building housing the J.A.W. Sprecher general merchandise store, with fire escapes and posters on the side announcing an upcoming production at the Opera House. Horses and wagons are parked curbside on the left. There are a few pedestrians on the sidewalk. A jewelry/watch repair shop is on the far right.

Date Created:
1909
Creator:
Gillett, Sherwin

Publication Information

Creator
Gillett, Sherwin
Date Created
1909

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Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013GPW
Legacy ID
WHi 100337

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