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Minors in a Saloon Dance Hall

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A group of people, including minors, in a saloon dance hall at 2 a.m. in Milwaukee. The dance hall, Vizey's Hall, was on 8th Street and Walnut. Liquor was being sold at the two bars, one on the second floor and one in the basement.

Date Created:
May 3, 1914
Creator:
City Club of Milwaukee

Publication Information

Creator
City Club of Milwaukee
Date Created
May 3, 1914

Physical Description

Format
Image
Extent
1 photograph
Dimensions
14 x 9 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0129LQ
Legacy ID
WHi 64974

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