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George Wiley at a Rally

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George Wiley speaking at a rally, wearing a "Welfare Rights Now!" button on his shirt.

Date Created:
1972

Publication Information

Date Created 1972

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection George A. Wiley papers, 1949-1975
Call Number PH 5025.2

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W01480P
Legacy ID
WHi 10937

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