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Masked Ball

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Two people in costume posing on the dance floor. A few other dancers and band members are in the background. Caption reads: "Masked Ball — At the second annual Charity Masquerade Ball of the Syrena Polish Folk Dance Ensemble Saturday night, co-chairs Alicja Newell and Neil Dziadulewicz took a turn on the floor in the Empire Room of the Marc Plaza Hotel. Proceeds were earmarked for the Polish Relief Fund."

Date Created:
February 1, 1989
Creator:
Gehrz, Jim

Publication Information

Creator Gehrz, Jim
Date Created February 1, 1989

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 25 x 16 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 905

Copyright Information

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Rights Holder Journal Sentinel, Incorporated; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012BDT
Legacy ID
WHi 129240

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