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Emil Kramer
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Conservation Warden Emil Kramer is standing on a float in the American Legion National Convention parade in Boston, Massachusetts. He is wearing waders and a hat with fishing flies attached to it, and is holding a rod and reel and has a fishing net at his side. The float features evergreen trees and boughs, a miniature log cabin, and signage inviting onlookers to "Next Summer — Come to Wisconsin."
September 1940
Cramer-Krasselt Co.
Publication Information
| Creator | Cramer-Krasselt Co. |
|---|---|
| Date Created | September 1940 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 13 x 18 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Wisconsin Conservation Department photographs and films, 1930-1957 |
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| Call Number | (W534)10086 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED |
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