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Peshtigo Log Jam

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Loggers breaking up a log jam in the Peshtigo River area.

Date Created:
1907

Publication Information

Date Created
1907

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
11 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
(X91)195
Conditions For Physical Access
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Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013NPC
Legacy ID
WHi 2875

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