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Garage Mechanic

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A garage mechanic works on a car at Gillespie-Blumer Motors Garage at 802-814 East Washington Avenue.

Date Created:
December 26, 1951
Creator:
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)

Publication Information

Creator Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
Date Created December 26, 1951

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 6442.4174A

Copyright Information

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Rights Holder Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011V0N
Legacy ID
WHi 73312

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