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Madison Radio Shop Sound Car

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"Sound car" with loud speakers on the front hood, and a large sign on top that reads: "Norge, Madison Radio & Refrigerator Co., Borgrud Hardware Co., Anderson Sales Co." parked in front of the Madison Radio Shop, 1210 Regent Street. Also shows Lumina Terrazzo & Tile Co., 1208 Regent Street.

Date Created:
April 3, 1933
Creator:
McVicar, Angus Boyd, 1903-1964

Publication Information

Creator McVicar, Angus Boyd, 1903-1964
Date Created April 3, 1933

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Photo Copy Service photographs and negatives, 1925-1983
Call Number PH 6058.3894B

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013BJV
Legacy ID
WHi 17444

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