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Reading Circle

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A mother reads stories on her front steps to children from around the block.

Date Created:
August 6, 1963
Creator:
Gessert, Sherman A., Jr.

Publication Information

Creator
Gessert, Sherman A., Jr.
Date Created
August 6, 1963

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
18 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH 2737

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT UNDETERMINED
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0137R9
Legacy ID
WHi 23518

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