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Billy Hughes Saloon

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Billy Hughes in a vest and bowler hat standing in front of his saloon.

Publication Information

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 17 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Frank Custer local history research files, 1850-1960
Call Number M2001-157.103

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W012HF5
Legacy ID
WHi 66885

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