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Examining Vandalized Tombstones

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Two women are standing between rows of gravestones in a cemetery. Some of the gravestones have been knocked over. One woman is pointing over her shoulder while looking towards the left. Caption reads: "Tombstones that were pushed over by vandals were examined Sunday at the Holy Sepulcher Cemetery, 3800 E. College Ave., Cudahy."

Date Created:
May 21, 1979
Creator:
Howell, Lynn D.

Publication Information

Creator
Howell, Lynn D.
Date Created
May 21, 1979

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
CF 2315

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
IN COPYRIGHT
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Rights Holder
Journal Sentinel, Incorporated; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012BJ5
Legacy ID
WHi 136856

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3800 E COLLEGE AVE

3800 E COLLEGE AVE

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Located in Cudahy, Milwaukee County

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