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Dane County Jail Fire
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Public officials inspecting the damage and debris from a fatal fire in the Dane County Jail. The fire was started by two inmates, one of whom died in the escape attempt. Left to right: Sheriff Edward A. Fischer, Deputy Reynold Abrahams, and Jailer Neal Smithback.
May 15, 1948
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
Publication Information
| Creator | Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer) |
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| Date Created | May 15, 1948 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 11 x 13 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Arthur M. Vinje photographs and negatives, circa 1914-circa 1962 |
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| Call Number | PH 6442.1665A |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | IN COPYRIGHT |
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