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Inauguration of Attorney General Vernon Thompson
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Attorney General Vernon Thomson, of Richland Center, is shown with his right hand raised while taking his oath of office, administered by a judge in a robe. Thomson is starting his third two-year term and he will later serve as governor (1957-1959). In the foreground is a microphone labeled "WHA-FM."
January 3, 1955
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
Publication Information
| Creator | Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer) |
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| Date Created | January 3, 1955 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 13 x 11 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Arthur M. Vinje photographs and negatives, circa 1914-circa 1962 |
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| Call Number | PH 6442.5890 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | IN COPYRIGHT |
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