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Ice Chipper Annual Hookeree Invitation
Two-fold, imprinted invitation in red ink on off-white card stock to the annual Ice Chipper event. Inside text on the left is a fantasy story by Sid of Herkimer the Perch of Lake Mendota (hatched near Picnic Point), who was out-competed for food and is offering himself up for the wake and meal. Text on the right are the poetic details for "The Fresh Air Hookeree," including date (January 29th) and time (9AM). It also lists attendees names and their humorous titles. The event was hosted by Jack Burke. |
Image ID: | 124601 |
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Creation Date: | date unknown 1955 |
Creator Name: | Boyum, Sid |
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Collection Name: | Sid Boyum collection, circa 1900-2018 (bulk 1950-1980) |
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Original Format Type: | prints, photomechanical |
Original Format Number: | PH 6986 Box 5, Folder 3 |
Original Dimensions: | 8.75 x 5.75 inches |
The Ice Chippers were an ice fishing club of Gisholt Machine Company. For the inside text of this invitation, see Image ID: 124597. |
Graphic arts |
Tall tales in art |
Clubs |
Ephemera |
Parties |
Special days |
Fishing |
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Location: | Wisconsin Historical Society Archives, 4th Floor, Madison, Wisconsin |
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