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Reaper Contest!
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Advertising handbill for the Osborne twine binder. Describes the results of a contest between the Osborne machine and machines made by McCormick, Deering, Wood and others. The contest was held in Nashville on May 30, 1882. Design features an eagle and a scroll that reads: "Truth is mighty and must prevail."
May 30, 1882
Publication Information
| Date Created | May 30, 1882 |
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Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | unknown |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | International Harvester Company competitors' advertising literature, 1832-1950 |
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| Call Number | MCC MSS 10Z, Oversize |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | IN COPYRIGHT |
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W01498X
WHi 2495
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