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The Strand Theater
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Elevated view of the Strand Theater located at 16 East Mifflin Street near the corner of Wisconsin Avenue. The marquee reads "Babe Ruth and Anna Q. Nilsson, Babe Comes Home." To the left of the theater is an building with an awning that reads: "Collyer Pharmacy." Buildings on the right of the theater have signs that read: "G.R. Kinney Co. Inc. Largest Shoe Retailers," "Hughes Womens Wear," "Buehler Bros. Meats." A street sign reads: "WISCONSIN U S 151."
August 11, 1927
Diemer, Melvin E.
Publication Information
| Creator | Diemer, Melvin E. |
|---|---|
| Date Created | August 11, 1927 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 21 x 26 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Melvin E. Diemer collection, circa 1910-1955 |
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| Call Number | (D487)6773 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
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| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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