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Spelling Bee

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The winner and the runner-up for the city spelling bee championship. In the foreground is Marc Williamson, East Junior High, who will represent Madison in the state finals. Behind him is runner-up Cynthia Cottam of Midvale.

Date Created:
April 20, 1958
Creator:
Stein, Edwin

Publication Information

Creator Stein, Edwin
Date Created April 20, 1958

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 6 x 6 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Edwin Stein negatives and photographs, 1952-1965
Call Number PH 2709.0667A

Copyright Information

Copyright Status IN COPYRIGHT
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Rights Holder Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011LQL
Legacy ID
WHi 140484

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