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Roller Coaster
circa 1950-1959
Young children ride a small roller coaster at the Wisconsin State Fair.
Uncle Bob's Train at the Wisconsin State Fair
August 20, 1952
Boys wave from the passenger cars of Uncle Bob's train, while a crowd watches the amusement park ride at the Wisconsin State Fair.
Prize Waterfowl
1955
Two young boys and their prize-winning ducks at the 1955 Wisconsin State Fair.
Amusement Rides at the Fair
September 1, 1921
Crowds of people walking, with amusement rides in the backround. Presumably the Wisconsin State Fair.
Crowds at the Fair
September 1, 1921
Numerous individuals at the fair, presumably the Wisconsin State Fair.
Passenger Trolley at the Fair
1951
Fairgoers ride a tractor-drawn passenger wagon at the Fair. In the background is the Sky King roller coaster.