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Checking the Oil

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Woman in polka dot dress is looking on as a service station worker checks the oil in her car.

Date Created:
1956
Creator:
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Publication Information

Creator
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Date Created
1956

Physical Description

Format
Image
Extent
1 photograph
Dimensions
11 x 13 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W012B69
Legacy ID
WHi 57116

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