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Fess Hotel and Signage
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Exterior view from the top of King Street towards the Fess Hotel, with cars parked along the curb. There are three hotel signs: a large sign on the roof, a sign at the entrance above the sidewalk, and a large, painted sign on the right side of the building near a parking lot.
1958
Vesey, Richard
Publication Information
| Creator | Vesey, Richard |
|---|---|
| Date Created | 1958 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 35mm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Richard Vesey photographs and negatives, 1955-1963 |
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| Call Number | PH 3365, Envelope 290 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | IN COPYRIGHT |
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Fess Hotel
1958
View from King Street towards the right side of the Fess Hotel. Automobiles are parked along the curb.
Fess Hotel Main Entrance and Facade
1958
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Fess Hotel Sign on Side of Building
1958
View towards the front right corner of the Fess Hotel, and the sign painted on the right side of the Fess Hotel that reads: "Fess Hotel, 75 Rooms 30 Baths • Free Showers • Rates Daily Weekly, Coffe...
Wisconsin State Capitol from King Street
1958
View of the top of King Street towards the Wisconsin State Capitol. Signs on the commercial building on the right corner read: "Huegel Hyland Shoes" and "Photo Center".
Rainy Day on State Street
September 12, 1961
People cross a State Street intersection in the rain. The College Barber Shop and a Steak House is on the other side of the street.
