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Polio Shot Time

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All seven siblings in the Marnell family lining up for their polio inoculations.

Date Created:
November 15, 1955
Creator:
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Publication Information

Creator Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Date Created November 15, 1955

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 8065

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT UNDETERMINED
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012A13
Legacy ID
WHi 8530

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