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New Paint, Same Color

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Two men in protective suits are using hoses to spray paint onto a bridge grating. Caption reads: "NEW PAINT, SAME COLOR — The State St. bridge over the Milwaukee River is receiving a new coat of green paint from workers, who include Ted Thompson (foreground) and Bob Bernel. The paint job is expected to take most of the summer."

Date Created:
May 31, 1979
Creator:
Schreiber, David

Publication Information

Creator Schreiber, David
Date Created May 31, 1979

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 21 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 657

Copyright Information

Copyright Status IN COPYRIGHT
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Rights Holder Journal Sentinel, Incorporated; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W014748
Legacy ID
WHi 149327

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