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Baiting the Hook

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An elderly man looking blissful, sitting in a boat getting ready to cast his line.

Date Created:
July 27, 1941
Creator:
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Publication Information

Creator Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Date Created July 27, 1941

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 21 x 28 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 32912

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT UNDETERMINED
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012A8M
Legacy ID
WHi 11997

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