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Street Scene
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View down center of unpaved street in the central business district. On the left is a clothing store and school supply shop, and a drinking fountain and lamppost on the corner. A small crowd is gathered on the sidewalk further down the block. There are numerous horses and buggies in the street. On the right is a barbershop and a store selling Parker Fountain Pens. Announcements for a "Colored Musical" are posted on the power poles.
Gillett, Sherwin
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