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Kilbourn Avenue
1940
Looking East down middle of avenue. Numerous vehicles are on the road, with a few pedestrians visible. A sign identifies the Republican Hotel on the left, at 343 Third Street.
Hotel Pfister
1920
Slightly elevated view toward the hotel on the corner of Wisconsin Avenue and Jefferson Street. Cars are parked on the road on the right. Caption reads: "Hotel Pfister, Milwaukee, Wis."
Ornamental Street Lights
1934
Ornamental street lighting system along a street in a local business district. House on corner is near a sign that says "Lot for Sale."
State Fair Grounds
1945
The Fruits, Farm Crops building entrance is on the left, with three cars parked in front.
Davidson Theatre and Hotel
1900
Davidson Theatre and Hotal at 135-137 Third Street. Signs for advertisements identify the buildings that are visible. Carriages and people are on the road in front of the theater.
Globe Hotel
1915
View across intersection toward the corner of Wisconsin Street and Cass Street. The hotel has several floors, awnings on all the windows on one side, and a corner turret. Caption reads: "Globe Hote...
