This collections includes photographs of La Crosse street scenes, circa 1940s-1950s, taken by Ralph Hanson. Many photos are of downtown buildings and businesses. Businesses featured in the photographs include: Hilton Prescription Pharmacy, Dutch Maid, Jordan's, Ford Hopkins Rexall Drugs, Doerflingers, Cortland Jewelers, and the Hollywood Theater. Most photos include the 300-500 block of Main Street and the 400 block of Jay Street.