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"First Play It Safe!"

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A fisherman is standing precariously on the stern of a listing boat on a lake, holding his bent fishing rod with a taut line that is being pulled underwater. The tipping boat is causing bait to spill from a bucket by the bow. His jagged motion is contrasted with the calm lake scene, trees in the background at the shoreline. Text in pencil on right reads: "First Play it Safe!"

Creator:
Boyum, Sid, 1914-1991

Publication Information

Creator Boyum, Sid, 1914-1991

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 46 x 47 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Sid Boyum collection, circa 1900-2018 (bulk 1950-1980)
Call Number PH 6986 Oversize Folder 2

Copyright Information

Copyright Status IN COPYRIGHT
Conditions For Use This image is issued by the Wisconsin Historical Society. Use of the image requires written permission from the staff of the Collections Division. It may not be sold or redistributed, copied or distributed as a photograph, electronic file, or any other media. The image should not be significantly altered through conventional or electronic means. Images altered beyond standard cropping and resizing require further negotiation with a staff member. The user is responsible for all issues of copyright. Please Credit: Friends of Sid Boyum, courtesy of the Wisconsin Historical Society.
Rights Holder Friends of Sid Boyum;Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0143XZ
Legacy ID
WHi 125077

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