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Isaac Coggs with Police Poster
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Two African American men smiling while holding a poster. The poster includes a drawing of two smiling police officers and the text: "Milwaukee Policemen are your Friends. If they say 'You're under arrest' Cooperate... You'll receive fair treatment by Policemen...and the Court. Near Northside Businessmens Association." There is a woman sitting in the background on the right.
circa 1965
Milwaukee journal
Publication Information
| Creator | Milwaukee journal |
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| Date Created | circa 1965 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 13 x 11 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s |
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| Call Number | (M56)6302 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | IN COPYRIGHT |
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