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Corn Picker Clutch at Chatham Works

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Female factory worker milling the four jaw-faces of a corn picker clutch at International Harvester's Chatham Works. The original caption reads: "This operation requires accurate spacing of the faces to ensure smooth and positive action in the field."

Date Created:
October 1, 1943
Creator:
International Harvester Company

Publication Information

Creator International Harvester Company
Date Created October 1, 1943

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection International Harvester Company photo albums, circa 1899-1965
Call Number MCC MSS 7Z, Album 104, Pg.48

Copyright Information

Copyright Status IN COPYRIGHT
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012WT7
Legacy ID
WHi 45698

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