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Emery E. Anderson
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Portrait of Emery E. Anderson, 729 Jenifer Street, who won a $500 consolation prize from the Irish Hospital Sweepstakes fund as a result of the running of the derby at Epsom Downs.
June 7, 1934
McVicar, Angus Boyd, 1903-1964
Publication Information
| Creator | McVicar, Angus Boyd, 1903-1964 |
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| Date Created | June 7, 1934 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 21 x 26 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Photo Copy Service photographs and negatives, 1925-1983 |
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| Call Number | PH 6058.4687B |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT UNDETERMINED |
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| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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