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Machine Operator at Indianapolis Works
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Factory worker using a lathe at International Harvester's Indianapolis Truck Engine Works. Original caption reads: "LeBlond crankshaft lathe showing detail of tool set-up for turning and facing all main bearings simultaneously as well as all diameters on the flange end and pulley end of crankshaft. This sturdy machine makes it possible to grind main bearings to size directly from this turning operation."
October 1938
International Harvester Company
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