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Refuse Pile

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A refuse pile consisting of glass, a broken basket, bottles, cans, and other items behind a farmhouse. A crumbling foundation is in the background.

Date Created:
March 1926
Creator:
International Harvester Company

Publication Information

Creator International Harvester Company
Date Created March 1926

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 20 x 15 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection International Harvester Company, Agricultural Extension Department photograph albums, 1902-1935
Call Number MCC MSS 13Z, Album 50
Media Number Box 28

Copyright Information

Copyright Status IN COPYRIGHT
Unique ID
W0130H1
Legacy ID
WHi 75922

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