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Paul C. Bennett with Violin
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Paul C. Bennett, musical instrument repairman, holding a violin made in 1721 which belongs to Mrs. D.P. Wheeler and may be a Stradivarius. Behind him on an easel is displayed a drawing of a woman.
January 30, 1949
Vinje, Arthur M., 1888-1972 (photographer)
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WIBA Radio Broadcast
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University of Wisconsin International Club Ball
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