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Donald Holt Doing His Share

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Donald Holt is carrying a log on his shoulder. Caption reads: "Doing His Share." Page heading reads "Lakewood. August 1905." The caption on a nearby photo reads: "Many hands make light work."

Date Created:
August 1905
Creator:
Holt, Lucy

Publication Information

Creator Holt, Lucy
Date Created August 1905

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 10 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Lucy Holt photo albums, 1895-1936
Call Number M2018-012, Album 6

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0141NJ
Legacy ID
WHi 142505

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