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Annie, New Elephant at Henry Vilas Zoo

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New Annie, the elephant at Vilas Zoo (Vilas Park Zoo), reaching her trunk through the bars.

Date Created:
November 18, 1948
Creator:
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)

Publication Information

Creator Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
Date Created November 18, 1948

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 11 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Arthur M. Vinje photographs and negatives, circa 1914-circa 1962
Call Number Ph 6442.2081D

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Rights Holder Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011S9D
Legacy ID
WHi 55584

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