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Fourth Avenue Bridge
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Hand-colored view of central Janesville from the Rock River. A bridge, excursion boat and warehouses are in the foreground. Caption reads: "Fourth Ave., Bridge, Janesville, Wis."
circa 1910-1919
Western Engraving Company Chicago
Publication Information
| Creator | Western Engraving Company Chicago |
|---|---|
| Date Created | circa 1910-1919 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
|---|---|
| Extent | 1 postcard |
| Dimensions | 14 x 9 cm |
Collection Information
| Digital Collection | History Center |
|---|---|
| Source Collection | Wisconsin postcard collection, circa 1860s?-circa 1990s |
| Call Number | PH 2744 |
| Catalog Record | https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999465793002121 |
| Finding Aid | https://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/wiarchives.uw-whs-ph02744 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
|---|
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