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Castle Rock
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Text on front reads: "Castle Rock near Sparta, Wis." A formation about 600 feet high, having on its summit a large circular rock, named Castle Rock, for its resemblance to an ancient castle. The lower portion is covered with trees. It is northeast of the city and surrounded by more bluffs.
1904
Rotograph Co.
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Castle Rock
January 25, 1909
Text on front reads: "Castle Rock, near Viroqua, Wis." A man and woman pose in front of a rock formation. This formation is a "pillar" or "rock spire." It is thought to be the remnant of a cave. Se...
Castle Rock
circa 1910-1919
Black and white postcard of Castle Rock with trees all around the base. Text above reads: "Castle Rock, Camp Douglas, Wis."
Castle Rock
circa 1910-1919
Colorized postcard of Castle Rock with trees all around the base. Text in upper right corner reads: "Castle Rock, Camp Douglas, Wis."
Castle Rock
circa 1910-1919
Photographic postcard of Castle Rock. Elevated view over trees and shrubs in the foreground. Text in lower right corner reads: "Castle Rock, Camp Douglas, Wis."
Mt. Nebo
1907
Text on front reads: "Mt. Nebo, Viola, Wis." A rock formation surrounded by trees.
Castle Rock, Devil's Lake
August 28, 1913
Colorized postcard of the rock formation called Castle Rock in Devil's Lake State Park. Trees can be seen throughout. The lake, far shoreline, bluffs and more trees are visible in the background. T...
