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Wisconsin State Capitol Yule Tree

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Elevated view of Regina Jean Licari placing a gift under the Yule tree installed in the rotunda of the State Capitol. Gifts placed there were given to residents of the state children's home at Sparta, Northern Colony at Chippewa Falls, and Southern Colony at Union Grove.

Date Created:
December 21, 1953
Creator:
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)

Publication Information

Creator Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
Date Created December 21, 1953

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 11 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Arthur M. Vinje photographs and negatives, circa 1914-circa 1962
Call Number PH 6442.5220C

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Rights Holder Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W011X0M
Legacy ID
WHi 83646

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