Recovery View North from the Water Tower, ca. 1871-72 (Stereograph, J.H. Abbott) This is one of a series of views documenting the progress of rebuilding from the top of the Water Tower. The lake shore is visible on the right, and Lincoln Park is straight ahead.

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