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Harmonica Men

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Wisconsin Congressman David R. Obey (center), playing the harmonica with Speaker of the House Jim Wright (right), and Congressman Jake Pickle (left).

Date Created:
1986
Creator:
Obey, David R.

Publication Information

Creator Obey, David R.
Date Created 1986

Physical Description

Format Image
Extent 1 photograph
Dimensions 18 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection David R. Obey papers, 1962-2014 (bulk 1969-2010)
Call Number PH SP Mss BZ.281
Catalog Record https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999464391202121
Finding Aid https://digital.library.wisc.edu/1711.dl/wiarchives.uw-whs-stpt00bz

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W012CMU
Legacy ID
WHi 92065

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