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Milkman

Image

Joseph Pearson, milkman, poses with his wagon and team of horses in front of the Madison High School at the corner of Wisconsin Avenue and Johnson Street.

Date Created:
1908
Creator:
Middleton Family

Publication Information

Creator
Middleton Family
Date Created
1908

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH 7407.4.69

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013728
Legacy ID
WHi 80958

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