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Lathe Operator

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Close-up of a man checking part of a metal lathe with a caliper.

Date Created:
July 20, 1958
Creator:
Christensen, Edward

Publication Information

Creator Christensen, Edward
Date Created July 20, 1958

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 21 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 6219

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W012BIA
Legacy ID
WHi 142137

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