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Rock Formations at the Dells

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Stereograph of a woman and girl posing partway up a rock formation in the Dells. On the left is a wooden ladder against the rock face. In the foreground is the remains of a bridge structure. Foliage is between the formations. Caption at foot: "140 — Bridge near the of the Canon [sic], Dells of the Wis."

Creator:
North-Western View Company

Publication Information

Creator
North-Western View Company

Physical Description

Format
Image

Collection Information

Call Number
1201001556

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013YXT
Legacy ID
WHi 136283

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