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Big Machines on the Factory Floor

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Worker stands on a Nordberg machine on the floor of what is likely a plant owned by Republic Iron & Steel Co.

Date Created:
June 10, 1924
Creator:
Joseph Brown & Son

Publication Information

Creator Joseph Brown & Son
Date Created June 10, 1924

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 18 x 23 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 622

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT UNDETERMINED
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012A4K
Legacy ID
WHi 11193

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