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First Permanent School Building

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The first permanent school building in Eau Claire. Built in 1857.

Date Created:
1900

Publication Information

Date Created
1900

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
20 x 22 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PF Eau Claire.84

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013R49
Legacy ID
WHi 30734

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