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Turning Basin

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Turning basin, view east from ex-Haas property. There is a water tower on the right, and houses, boathouses and other buildings are along the shoreline to the left. Covered boats are stored above the water on the wharf.

Date Created:
December 9, 1957

Publication Information

Date Created December 9, 1957

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 9 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Port Advisors' files, 1956-1967
Call Number PH Series 2500

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W014EUX
Legacy ID
WHi 113687

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