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Main Street

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View of Main Street, lined with the fire department, city clerk's office, and Pugh's Battery - Electric Shop.

Date Created:
1959
Creator:
Vanderbilt, Paul

Publication Information

Creator
Vanderbilt, Paul
Date Created
1959

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
Unknown

Collection Information

Call Number
(X2)10592
Conditions For Physical Access
This image is issued by the Wisconsin Historical Society. Use of the image requires written permission from the staff of the Collections Division. It may not be sold or redistributed, copied or distributed as a photograph, electronic file, or any other media. The image should not be significantly altered through conventional or electronic means. Images altered beyond standard cropping and resizing require further negotiation with a staff member. The user is responsible for all issues of copyright. Please Credit: Wisconsin Historical Society.

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013QSO
Legacy ID
WHi 29421

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