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Father Reading to Son

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Father reading "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" by Mark Twain to his son.

Date Created:
December 28, 1981
Creator:
Vespa, Ned

Publication Information

Creator Vespa, Ned
Date Created December 28, 1981

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 3612

Copyright Information

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Rights Holder Journal Sentinel, Incorporated; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0129TG
Legacy ID
WHi 6761

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