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Robert M. La Follette, Jr., at Progressive Party Rally
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View over crowd towards Senator Robert M. La Follette, Jr., speaking to a Progressive Party rally at Mauston, Wisconsin. Bob, Jr., became senator after the death of his father, Robert M. La Follette, Sr., in 1925.
October 4, 1936
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Robert M. La Follette, Sr., speaking to a crowd with his arms spread wide for emphasis. This photograph is thought to have been taken during the 1924 presidential campaign.
Progressive Party Returns
1934
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La Follette Presidential Rally
September 21, 1924
Senator Robert M. La Follette, Sr., waves to the crowd at the close of a presidential campaign speech at Yankee Stadium. Robert M. La Follette, Jr., is behind the senator and to his right.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert La Follette, Sr.
1925
Snapshot of Senator Robert M. La Follette, Sr., and Belle Case La Follette taken shortly before his death.
