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Madison Soap Box Derby, Car Construction

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The Soap Box derby racer of Pierre Slightam is being guarded by the sister of the builder, Lucretia, daughter of Mrs. and Mrs. Francis Slightam. The picture is used to alert potential racing entrants to the availability of wheels and axles for their racing cars.

Date Created:
April 13, 1948
Creator:
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)

Publication Information

Creator Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
Date Created April 13, 1948

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 6442.1659
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Copyright Information

Copyright Status IN COPYRIGHT
Rights Holder Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011RS8
Legacy ID
WHi 52350

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