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Cotton Bale on a Railroad Loading Dock

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A cotton bale sits on a platform next to a train, possibly awaiting shipment.

Date Created:
1921
Creator:
International Harvester Company

Publication Information

Creator
International Harvester Company
Date Created
1921

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
24 x 20 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
MCC MSS 7Z, Album 201, Pg.50

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
IN COPYRIGHT
Unique ID
W012WWQ
Legacy ID
WHi 48792

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