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It's a Dog's Life!

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A group of men and women with their tongues hanging out of their mouths are running low to the ground on all fours, kicking up dust. There are dollar signs on the right. Text in red ink reads: "It's a Dog's Life! Join the Human Race." Signed "Sid Boyum."

Creator:
Boyum, Sid, 1914-1991

Publication Information

Creator
Boyum, Sid, 1914-1991

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
64 x 69 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH 6986 Oversize Folder 3
Conditions For Physical Access
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.

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
W0143ZF
Legacy ID
WHi 125205

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