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Building a Sailboat

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John Nelson, background far right, and [?] Thompson pose next to the racing sailboat they are building for Ernst Schmidt. A portion of the planking has been applied to the ribs.

Date Created:
January 2, 1928

Publication Information

Date Created
January 2, 1928

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
14 x 9 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
Black Point Estate.42.101

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Conditions For Use
This image is issued by the Wisconsin Department of Administration. Use of the image requires written permission from the staff of the Collections Division. It may not be sold or redistributed, copied or distributed as a photograph, electronic file, or any other media. The image should not be significantly altered through conventional or electronic means. Images altered beyond standard cropping and resizing require further negotiation with a staff member. The user is responsible for all issues of copyright.
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Department of Administration
Unique ID
W01463J
Legacy ID
WHi 118220

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