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John (Wes) Covington

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Portrait of Milwaukee Braves outfielder Wes Covington holding the brim of his cap.

Date Created:
October 7, 1957

Publication Information

Date Created October 7, 1957

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 11 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Milwaukee journal negatives, circa 1955-circa 1982
Call Number PH 3425, 571476

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W0137F6
Legacy ID
WHi 49350

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