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Madison Soap Box Derby Announcer

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A man, probably Ross Gordon or Pat Hernon, stands at a WKOW microphone while acting as the announcer for the Soap Box Derby.

Date Created:
July 7, 1949
Creator:
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)

Publication Information

Creator Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
Date Created July 7, 1949

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 6442.2638A

Copyright Information

Copyright Status IN COPYRIGHT
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Rights Holder Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011SSE
Legacy ID
WHi 60118

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