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Ralph DuPae – Steamboat Sleuth for Murphy Library
Ralph
DuPae, a life-long La Crosse resident, has voluntarily
collected steamboat photographs for Murphy Library for
over 35 years. Ralph’s sleuthing abilities has led him
to travel widely and talk to many dealers and private
owners in search of the best steamboat images. In 2004,
Ralph was a co-winner of the Governor’s Archives Award
in the archival advocacy category in honor of his
volunteer efforts. The award honors organizational
leadership, public advocacy, and financial or volunteer
support for Wisconsin archives. His determination had
made the collection “a national resource,” according to
the nomination papers, and “has brought recognition to .
. . the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and the La
Crosse community.”
Great Lakes Maritime History Project
Taylor Brothers Photographs
Exploring the History of the Mississippi River
by the
Wisconsin Historical Society
Steamboat Stamps
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