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Forgotten Pool

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Pool at an old distillery in Hamilton. On the left are trees and shrubs. On the right is a stone building that is arched over the pool. Above the arch is a bricked up window with a sign attached the lintel that reads: "Warning, Keep Away." To the left below the window is a small roofed structure with a latched door that is sitting on a wooden pier just above the water.

Date Created:
1956
Creator:
Engel, Jon W.

Publication Information

Creator
Engel, Jon W.
Date Created
1956

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
21 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH Series 2779, box 3, fldr 7

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013PCF
Legacy ID
WHi 144559

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