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World Series Batting Practice

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Elevated view of players taking batting practice before game one of the 1958 World Series in Milwaukee County Stadium. Spectators are in the stands in the foreground.

Date Created:
October 1, 1958
Creator:
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)

Publication Information

Creator Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
Date Created October 1, 1958

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 35 mm

Collection Information

Source Collection Arthur M. Vinje photographs and negatives, circa 1914-circa 1962
Call Number PH 6442.7064A

Copyright Information

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Rights Holder Wisconsin State Journal; Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012537
Legacy ID
WHi 58317

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