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Performing Dogs

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A well-dressed man with a cane directs seven trained dogs in Capitol Park. The third Wisconsin State Capitol building is in the background.

Date Created:
1910
Creator:
Middleton Family

Publication Information

Creator
Middleton Family
Date Created
1910

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH 6407.1.3

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W01370P
Legacy ID
WHi 80911

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