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Sennett and Winslow Capture

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Buford Sennett, confessed murderer, soon after his capture at the Pomputis farm, sitting between a police officer and the driver of the car.

Date Created:
November 17, 1947
Creator:
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)

Publication Information

Creator Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
Date Created November 17, 1947

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Arthur M. Vinje photographs and negatives, circa 1914-circa 1962
Call Number PH 6442.1293E

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Rights Holder Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011R7N
Legacy ID
WHi 48893

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