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Wisconsin vs. Syracuse Boxing Match

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Action photo of University of Wisconsin boxer Orville Pitts (right) vs. Syracuse boxer Nick Georgiade at the Field House.

Date Created:
February 18, 1956
Creator:
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)

Publication Information

Creator Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
Date Created February 18, 1956

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Arthur M. Vinje photographs and negatives, circa 1914-circa 1962
Call Number PH 6442.5966 A

Copyright Information

Copyright Status IN COPYRIGHT
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Rights Holder Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011XXA
Legacy ID
WHi 90977

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