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Charles Arndt's Vest
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Bette Lou Becker and Jeanne Lamoreaux, from the Wisconsin Historical Society, model and admire the vest of Charles C.P. Arndt. Arndt was shot through the chest, by James R. Vineyard, as they debated on the floor of the Wisconsin State legislature in 1842.
July 2, 1944
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
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Shooting of Arndt by Vineyard
1842
Shooting of Charles C.P. Arndt by James Vineyard in the territorial council chamber of the legislature. This depiction of the event was created by the staff artist for the Milwaukee Journal on Apri...
Historical Society Artifacts
September 12, 1944
Two men and one woman look at dishes or plates donated to the Wisconsin Historical Society.
Charles H. Sanderson
October 3, 1944
Charles H. Sanderson, department manager, National Mutual Benefit Insurance Company.
Crownhart Children with Valentines
February 8, 1944
Crownhart children, Virginia, Sally, and Mary Ann with Valentines. They are the children of Charles and Marian Crownhart.
