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Nice Catch
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Jean A. Pope is smiling broadly while holding a stringer of five bass. He is also holding his rod and reel, and is standing on a small wooden pier. A description on the reverse of the photograph states that the bass were caught in the St. Croix River, which is in the background.
1937
Publication Information
| Date Created | 1937 |
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Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 11 x 16 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Wisconsin Conservation Department photographs and films, 1930-1957 |
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| Call Number | PH Series 2375.2.7 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
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