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Winkie, Vilas Zoo Elephant

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A crowd of children surround a man with a birthday cake while celebrating the first anniversary of Winkie the elephant's arrival at Vilas Zoo.

Date Created:
June 30, 1951
Creator:
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)

Publication Information

Creator
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
Date Created
June 30, 1951

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH 6442.3957B

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
IN COPYRIGHT
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Rights Holder
Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011UQ2
Legacy ID
WHi 71375

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