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Mailman John L. Smith

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John L. Smith standing on a Madison sidewalk with letters in his hand and his mail cart beside him. He is featured in a newspaper article about his busy life. Besides his job he is a father, church leader, resident manager of an apartment house, and sports enthusiast.

Date Created:
July 29, 1965
Creator:
Sroda, Richard

Publication Information

Creator Sroda, Richard
Date Created July 29, 1965

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 35 mm

Collection Information

Source Collection Richard Sroda photographs, 1960-1965
Call Number PH 2913.0821

Copyright Information

Copyright Status IN COPYRIGHT
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Rights Holder Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013ESC
Legacy ID
WHi 119151

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