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Madison Free Library Bookmobile

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Sylvia Nuckles checking out a book from Bert Rogers, the driver and circulation staff for the Madison Free Library bookmobile.

Date Created:
February 9, 1954
Creator:
Stein, Edwin

Publication Information

Creator
Stein, Edwin
Date Created
February 9, 1954

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
35 mm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH 2709.0131E

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
IN COPYRIGHT
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Rights Holder
Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011KTL
Legacy ID
WHi 134492

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