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Campaign Sunglasses
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Mrs. Philip G. Kuehn, Whitefish Bay, wife of the state Republican party chairman, wore "I Like Ike" sunglasses while sightseeing. The glasses have elephants in the corners and the words "I Like Ike, Peace and Prosperity" on the front.
August 20, 1956
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Publication Information
| Creator | Milwaukee Journal Sentinel |
|---|---|
| Date Created | August 20, 1956 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 21 x 26 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s |
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| Call Number | CF 6732 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
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