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Teacher Explaining "Rag Doll" Test
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Teacher explaining seed germination test ("rag doll" test) to her students. Original caption reads: "Mrs. Agnes Ryan Page explaining the Rag Doll Test to her boys and girls."
1913
International Harvester Company
Publication Information
| Creator | International Harvester Company |
|---|---|
| Date Created | 1913 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 21 x 16 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | International Harvester Company, Agricultural Extension Department photograph albums, 1902-1935 |
|---|---|
| Call Number | MCC MSS 13Z, Album 96 |
| Media Number | Box 49 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | IN COPYRIGHT |
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