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Madison Soap Box Derby, Car Construction

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Jimmy Christiansen is shown posing with the body of his derby car while three friends observe. Left to right: Florence Brown, John Brown, Gary Sachs, and Jimmy Christiansen, who will compete in the Soap Box Derby.

Date Created:
July 15, 1948
Creator:
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)

Publication Information

Creator Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
Date Created July 15, 1948

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Arthur M. Vinje photographs and negatives, circa 1914-circa 1962
Call Number PH 6442.1801A

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Rights Holder Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011RVC
Legacy ID
WHi 53419

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