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Man Feeding Manila Fiber into Twine Machine

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A man is feeding a large bundle of manila hemp fiber into a piece of twine machinery. The man is dressed in overalls and has his sleeves rolled up. Surrounding the man are other bundles of fiber and pieces of machinery. The man is likely an employee of the International Harvester Osbourne Works in Auburn, New York.

Date Created:
September 29, 1913
Creator:
International Harvester Company

Publication Information

Creator International Harvester Company
Date Created September 29, 1913

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Glass negative series, circa 1900-1939
Call Number Box 214, IHO-5139

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012N1N
Legacy ID
WHi 97399

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