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Former Slave Sitting on Porch
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African-American man and woman on the front porch of a rural home. The unidentified woman is retrieving water from a well, and the man, J.R. Dean, is sitting in broken chair.
February 13, 1915
International Harvester Company
Publication Information
| Creator | International Harvester Company |
|---|---|
| Date Created | February 13, 1915 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 22 x 17 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | International Harvester Company, Agricultural Extension Department photograph albums, 1902-1935 |
|---|---|
| Call Number | MCC MSS 13Z |
| Media Number | Box 53,Folder 4 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | IN COPYRIGHT |
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