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Americanization Pageant
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Five women in costume during rehearsal for the Americanization pageant, called "A Thoroughfare for Freedom," which will take place on the balcony and steps of the Monona Avenue entrance of the Wisconsin State Capitol. Left to right: Elsie Swarner, representing Peace; Mary Hanley, Justice; Mary Rennebohm, America; Mrs. John Cole, Righteousness; and Grace Livesey, Liberty.
August 30, 1953
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
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Americanization Pageant
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Americanization Pageant
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