Worker Operating Forge Hammer at Canton Works | Photograph | Wisconsin Historical Society

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Worker Operating Forge Hammer at Canton Works

Worker Operating Forge Hammer at Canton Works | Photograph | Wisconsin Historical Society
A factory worker operates a forge hammer at International Harvester's Canton Works. Original caption reads: "Shell Package Case Stops, Canton Works. Forge hammer and cut-off shear operated in manufacture of shell stop packings. The operator is cutting and forging off the end of the bar, which he holds in his hands. Note the hot forging falling into the truck at the rear of the shear."
DESCRIPTION
A factory worker operates a forge hammer at International Harvester's Canton Works. Original caption reads: "Shell Package Case Stops, Canton Works. Forge hammer and cut-off shear operated in manufacture of shell stop packings. The operator is cutting and forging off the end of the bar, which he holds in his hands. Note the hot forging falling into the truck at the rear of the shear."
RECORD DETAILS
Image ID:59311
Creation Date:circa 11 03 1941
Creator Name:International Harvester Company
City:Canton
County:
State:Illinois
Collection Name:International Harvester Company photo albums, circa 1899-1965
Genre:Photograph
Original Format Type:photographic print, b&w
Original Format Number:MCC MSS 7Z, Album 555 pg. 89
Original Dimensions:10 x 8 inches
SUBJECTS
Metal industry
Machinery
Hats
Protective clothing
Work clothes
Factories
Blue collar workers
Men
Indoor photography

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