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Publication Information
| Date Created | circa 1950-1959 |
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Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 25 x 20 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Wisconsin State Fair publicity records, 1930-1968 |
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| Call Number | PH 4072 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
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| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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Passenger Trolley at the Fair
1951
Fairgoers ride a tractor-drawn passenger wagon at the Fair. In the background is the Sky King roller coaster.
Uncle Bob's Train at the Wisconsin State Fair
August 20, 1952
Boys wave from the passenger cars of Uncle Bob's train, while a crowd watches the amusement park ride at the Wisconsin State Fair.
Amusement Rides
circa 1950-1959
Crowds wandering among the amusement rides at the Wisconsin State Fair. In the background is the ride known as the "Rocket Bomber."
Governor Rennebohm
1950
Governor Oscar Rennebohm speaking into a microphone on Governor's Day at the Wisconsin State Fair.
Baseball Exhibit
August 1953
Fairgoers viewing a special exhibit of Milwaukee Braves memorabilia. This was the first season during which the Braves played in Milwaukee.
