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Alamo

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An early motor boat, named "Alamo," possibly on Lake Winneconne. Three men are in the passenger compartment. Buildings and trees are visible on the far shore.

Date Created:
October 5, 1907

Publication Information

Date Created
October 5, 1907

Physical Description

Format
Image
Extent
1 postcard
Dimensions
14 x 9 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013YHU
Legacy ID
WHi 151412

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