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Mechanic Greasing Wheel Bearings

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A mechanic employed by Capital Garage, 608-612 East Washington Avenue in Madison, greases the wheel bearings of an automobile on the hoist.

Date Created:
August 16, 1930
Creator:
McVicar, Angus Boyd, 1903-1964

Publication Information

Creator
McVicar, Angus Boyd, 1903-1964
Date Created
August 16, 1930

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH 6058.1704B

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W013AX3
Legacy ID
WHi 20209

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