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Steamer "Wisconsin" on Lake Mendota
circa 1910-1919
Elevated view from shoreline towards an excursion steamer filled with tourists on Lake Mendota. Caption reads: "Steamer 'Wisconsin' on Lake Mendota, Madison, Wis."
On Mendota Lake near Varsity Boat House
circa 1910-1919
View across water towards people in an excursion boat on Lake Mendota heading towards a pier. The Varsity Boat House is in the background on the left shoreline. Caption reads: "On Mendota Lake near...
Mendota Lake, showing Rear of Gymnasium
circa 1910-1919
View from shoreline of the south shore of Lake Mendota. There is a pavilion on the shoreline, and a large boathouse in the distance.
University Drive
circa 1910-1919
View of University Drive along Lake Mendota with the Wisconsin State Capitol in the distance. Caption reads: "University Drive, Madison, Wis."
Main Building, State Hospital
1919
Exterior view of the main building of Mendota State Hospital. Caption reads: "Main Building, State Hospital, Mendota, Madison, Wis."
The Locks, Tenney Park and Lake Mendota
circa 1910-1919
View of the locks at Tenney Park where Lake Mendota meets the Yahara River. A boat with five people is passing through the canal. Caption reads: "The Locks, Tenney Park and Lake Mendota, Madison, W...
