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Lower Dells Filling Station

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Text on front reads: "Lower Dells Filling Station, Wisconsin Dells, Wis." On reverse: "Lower Dells Filling Station, located at junction of 12 and 13. Superior service with courteous attendants always at your command. Conveniently located with plenty of parking space. Your car may be serviced while visiting scenic Wisconsin Dells." An Art Deco style, Phillips 66 service station. The tower reads "Gas" and "Information."

Date Created:
1938
Creator:
E.C. Kropp Co.

Publication Information

Creator
E.C. Kropp Co.
Date Created
1938

Physical Description

Format
Image
Extent
1 postcard
Dimensions
14 x 9 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013YLD
Legacy ID
WHi 151773

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