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The Wisconsin State Law Library culminated a year-long celebration of its 175th anniversary with a reception at the library on Sept. 14. About 125 invited guests heard talks by Larry T. Nix on important figures in Wisconsin's early library history and by Stu Levitan on the city of Madison's legal and political "movers and shakers" in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Interim State Law Librarian Julie Tessmer welcomed everyone and introduced the library staff, and Chief Justice Shirley S. Abrahamson presented a plaque signed by all seven justices commending the library's 175 years of exemplary service to the State of Wisconsin. A recording featuring all speakers at the event is available for viewing on WisconsinEye.
