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Wacky, But Not Quacky-Fake Duck on a Balcony
April 12, 1958
A fake duck sits on the railing of a balcony at the Town House Apartments, 111 West Main Street. The stuffed duck was placed there by "trickster" Fred North, apartment building custodian.
Henry Vilas Zoo Animals Keep Active in the Winter
February 2, 1959
Animals at the Henry Vilas Zoo keep active during winter weather.
New Born Girl Lee Ann Steele
August 13, 1955
Baby girl Lee Ann Steele born to Max & Luella Steele on August 12, 1955.
Swimmers at Vilas Park Beach
June 26, 1955
Boys playing in the water of Lake Wingra at the Vilas Park Beach.
Lorenz Hall, Mendota State Hospital
August 1955
Lorenz Hall at Mendota State Hospital. The lake is in the distance.
Wacky, But Not Quacky-Fake Duck on a Balcony
March 12, 1958
A fake duck sitting on the railing of a balcony at the Town House Apartments, 111 West Main Street. The stuffed duck was placed there by "trickster" Fred North, apartment building custodian. Mr. No...
