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Orpheum Theatre Projection Booth

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The projection room in the Orpheum Theatre, with projectors and other equipment ready for movie viewing.

Date Created:
April 21, 1927
Creator:
McVicar, Angus Boyd, 1903-1964

Publication Information

Creator McVicar, Angus Boyd, 1903-1964
Date Created April 21, 1927

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Photo Copy Service photographs and negatives, 1925-1983
Call Number PH 6058.0232B

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013BRJ
Legacy ID
WHi 3163

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