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International Harvester Parade of Progress Fast Hitch Square Dance
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Men in cowboy hats driving International Harvester tractors through an exhibition tent as part of the "Parade of Progress" at the Indiana State Fair as part of the Fast Hitch Square Dance. In the background a four-piece band plays while the announcer calls the square dance. Men and women view event from side bleachers. Tractors include the McCormick Super WD-6, the Farmall M, and a few crawler tractors.
1953
International Harvester Company
Publication Information
| Creator | International Harvester Company |
|---|---|
| Date Created | 1953 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 26 x 21 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | International Harvester Company corporate archives central file (documented series), 1819-1998 |
|---|---|
| Call Number | M2002-181 |
| Media Number | Box 12,Folder 9 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | IN COPYRIGHT |
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| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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