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Trapeze Artist Erma Ward

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Erma Ward, a circus trapeze artist, dangles by one hand from a ring high in a circus tent.

Date Created:
circa 1875-1940
Creator:
H.A. Atwell Studio

Publication Information

Creator H.A. Atwell Studio
Contributor Wisconsin Historical Society
Date Created circa 1875-1940

Physical Description

Format Image
Extent 1 photograph
Dimensions 21 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Circus and rodeo photographs, circa 1875- circa 1940
Call Number PH 2987
Catalog Record https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999465797402121

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0129ON
Legacy ID
WHi 12411

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