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Violin Maker in Dyckesville

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Possibly Louis J. Ropson, a farmer and violin maker from Luxemburg who lived in Dyckesville.

Date Created:
1946
Creator:
Stratman-Thomas, Helene, 1896-1973

Publication Information

Creator
Stratman-Thomas, Helene, 1896-1973
Date Created
1946

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH 2907

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013QB6
Legacy ID
WHi 25412

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