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McCormick Works Apprentice Wood Pattern-Maker
1949
A wood pattern-maker apprentice at McCormick Works (factory) shellacs a sprocket wheel pattern.
McCormick Works Apprentice at Lathe
1949
A wood pattern-maker apprentice at McCormick Works (factory) turns a pattern on the faceplate of a lathe.
Machinist Apprentice at Tractor Works
1949
A machinist apprentice at Tractor Works (factory) makes a layout to prepare for machining.
Apprentice Classroom at McCormick Works
1949
A group of young men receive instruction in the apprentice classroom at McCormick Works.
Inspecting Mower Guards at McCormick Works
March 1949
An factory worker at McCormick Works performs a final inspection of mower guards.
Rockwell Hardness Tester at McCormick Works
March 1949
An factory worker at McCormick Works uses a Rockwell Hardness Tester to check ledger plates.
