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Yo-Yo Contest

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Three youngsters warming up for a yo-yo contest held at Midvale Plaza. Left to right: Pat Nitka (10), Michael Nitka (13), and Bill Goetz (11). Contest sponsored by Duncan Yo-Yo.

Date Created:
September 27, 1962
Creator:
Sroda, Richard

Publication Information

Creator Sroda, Richard
Date Created September 27, 1962

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 35mm

Collection Information

Source Collection Richard Sroda photographs, 1960-1965
Call Number PH 2913.0333B

Copyright Information

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Rights Holder Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013EEM
Legacy ID
WHi 115766

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