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William Proxmire's Victory
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William Proxmire, his wife, Ellen (to Proxmire's right), and his supporters celebrate his victory in the special election to fill the Senate seat vacated upon the death of Senator Joseph R. McCarthy. The supporters carry signs that read "Proxmire Democrat Senator".
August 27, 1957
Koshollek, George P., Jr.
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