Photograph
Removing Fiber from Manila Plant
| A man pulls fiber from the leaves of a manila plant in the Philippine Islands. Other men look on over his shoulder, and a dwelling or other structure is in the background. |
| Image ID: | 75420 |
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| Creation Date: | circa 1910 |
| Creator Name: | International Harvester Company |
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| Collection Name: | Agricultural Extension Department photograph albums, 1902-1935 |
| Genre: | Photograph |
| Original Format Type: | photographic print, b&w |
| Original Format Number: | MCC MSS 13Z, Album 48, Box 27, Folder 1 |
| Original Dimensions: | 5.5 x 4.5 inches |
| The original typewritten caption reads: "Philippine Islands. Advertising Department. Removing Fibre from Leaves of Manila Plant." Bottom of the print reads: "356 Hemp making." International Harvester used Manila fiber to produce twine for grain binders. Photograph taken for International Harvester's Agricultural Extension Department. Folder: Fibre |
| Harvesting |
| Hemp |
| Trees |
| Clothing and dress |
| Hats |
| Ethnic architecture |
| Textile industry |
| Men |
| Outdoor photography |
| Agricultural laborers |
| Farmers |
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| Location: | Wisconsin Historical Society Archives, 4th Floor, Madison, Wisconsin |
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