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David Sibray at Mercer Saltworks

David Sibray inspects stonework in a thicket near the old saltworks.

Editor David Sibray inspects stonework in a thicket near the saltworks, possibly part of a blacksmith shop.

1895 USGS Topo showing Mercer Salt Works

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