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School Boys Using Wood Tools

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Two boys of different ages using wood tools, including planes and files, during a classroom exercise.

Creator:
International Harvester Company

Publication Information

Creator
International Harvester Company

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
MCC MSS 13Z, Album 60
Media Number
Box 32

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
IN COPYRIGHT
Unique ID
W012ZWX
Legacy ID
WHi 8603

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