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The Sidell Sisters in Elaborate Costumes

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Billie Sidell, dressed as a man, poses with her sister, Pierre Sidell, who is sitting on her shoulder. They are wearing elaborate, ornate costumes.

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Source Collection Kehl School of Dance, Madison, Wisconsin, records, 1894-2015
Call Number 9999012766

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Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
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W0134JT
Legacy ID
WHi 77558

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