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Polgar, Lillian (fl. 1943-) homemade map to Lillian and Frank's house

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC09414.1568 Author/Creator: Polgar, Lillian (fl. 1943-) Place Written: Brooklyn Type: Map signed Date: 18 December 1943 Pagination: 1 p : color. ; 29 x 22 cm. Order a Copy

Hand drawn and colored map to Lillian and Frank Polgar's house. On the left of the drawing there are notes that say housewarming, and fifth wedding anniversary.

Polgar, Frank, 1900-1979

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