Photograph
Train Loaded with Chevrolet Autos
Panoramic view of train loaded with Chevrolet automobiles. Caption at top reads, "The largest shipment of automobiles ever unloaded in Milwaukee, sold and paid for inside of twenty four hours after arrival, September 15, 1916. Chevrolet Motor Company of Milwaukee, H.J.C. Henderson, Manager." Automobiles are covered with sheets branded with "Chevrolet Motor Co." and sit atop Grand Trunk flatbed train cars. |
Image ID: | 46255 |
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Creation Date: | 09 15 1916 |
Creator Name: | Carney, G. S. |
City: | Milwaukee |
County: | Milwaukee |
State: | Wisconsin |
Collection Name: | Panoramic Views, Assorted |
Genre: | Photograph |
Original Format Type: | photographic print, b&w |
Original Format Number: | PH 3-2537 |
Original Dimensions: | 71 x 7.5 inches |
Comprised of four panels, conjoined with fabric backing. |
Clothing and dress |
Men |
Outdoor photography |
Signs and signboards |
Automobile supplies industry |
Automobiles |
Freight and freightage |
Railroad cars |
Railroad tracks |
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Location: | Wisconsin Historical Society Archives, 4th Floor, Madison, Wisconsin |
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