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Governor Earl
circa 1980-1989
Anthony Earl, Governor of Wisconsin, seated in a folding chair with his arms crossed.
Obey and Earl Pay Tribute
February 1984
Congressman David Obey and Governor Tony Earl pay tribute to 20 years of service by Marathon County Clerk Ray Ott and Register of Deeds Bob Gernetzke.
Diplomatic Mission
1980
Wisconsin Congressman David R. Obey (center) studying briefing materials for a diplomatic visit to Pakistan.
Congressman David Obey and His Son Craig
1980
Congressman David Obey and his son Craig have a private talk, seated in a wooded area.
Earl for Senate
1988
Former Wisconsin Governor Anthony Earl stands outdoors near an airplane with a group of supporters. He made an unsuccessful run for the United States Senate, and lost in the primary to Herb Kohl wh...
Obey and Lech Walesa
November 15, 1989
Congressman David Obey and Chairman of Solidarity Lech Walesa of Poland shake hands.