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Robert M. La Follette, Sr.

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Robert M. La Follette, Sr., waving a flag from the back of a train as he campaigns for governor.

Date Created:
October 1900

Publication Information

Date Created October 1900

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 10 x 12 cm

Collection Information

Call Number Album 25.36

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013K80
Legacy ID
WHi 2394

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