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Truax Field Playground Costume Party

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Santa Claus and some gypsies put in an appearance at the Truax Field Playground Costume Party. Santa was John Terry.

Date Created:
August 16, 1957
Creator:
Stein, Edwin

Publication Information

Creator
Stein, Edwin
Date Created
August 16, 1957

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
35mm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH 2709.0466C

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
IN COPYRIGHT
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Rights Holder
Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011LLF
Legacy ID
WHi 138470

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