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The Stein

Image

The Stein, a root beer stand in the shape of a glass mug, on Atwood Avenue near Walter Street.

Date Created:
May 18, 1932
Creator:
McVicar, Angus Boyd, 1903-1964

Publication Information

Creator
McVicar, Angus Boyd, 1903-1964
Date Created
May 18, 1932

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
21 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH 6058.3428B

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0122CO
Legacy ID
WHi 17888

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