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State Capitol Christmas Tree
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A view from above of the tall decorated 34-foot balsam tree in the Capitol Building rotunda. The tree was grown in Marquette County and purchased from the Coyne Brothers Christmas Tree Co. for $45. Elevated view from a balcony down onto the opening of the second-floor, from where the top of the tree with tinsel and lights stands. A man and a woman are standing at the balcony in the foreground.
December 20, 1957
Stein, Edwin
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Tour Guide in the State Capitol Building
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Security guard giving a family a tour inside the State Capitol building.
