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Elmer the Bull
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Elmer, "husband" of Elsie the Cow, advertising mascot of the Borden Company, is shown with a young woman as he was being readied for participation as one of the principal attractions at the Wisconsin State Fair, opening on August 18, 1951. The clock was intended to let Elmer know it was after 5:00 a.m. and time to get up.
1951
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Livestock Judging at the Wisconsin State Fair
1960
An audience watches and judges stand by as cattle are lined up to be judged in a pavilion at the Wisconsin State Fair.
Hog showing at the Wisconsin State Fair
A crowd watches as boys try to steer their pigs with canes during judging in a pen at the Wisconsin State Fair.
Harness Racers Neck and Neck
Five harness racing horses, sulkies, and drivers race around the Wisconsin State Fair track as an audience watches from the grandstand.
Uncle Bob's Train at the Wisconsin State Fair
August 20, 1952
Boys wave from the passenger cars of Uncle Bob's train, while a crowd watches the amusement park ride at the Wisconsin State Fair.
Motorcycle Racers
Ten motorcycle racers line up abreast on the track at the Wisconsin State Fair Park. A group of spectators watches from the stands.
Sheep at the Wisconsin State Fair
Men preparing their sheep for judging at the Wisconsin State Fair.
