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Welder

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A man is working in a welding shop stick welding on a large bracket. He is wearing a welding helmet and leather gloves. On the left is an air exhaust pipe to carry away the smoke.

Date Created:
1952
Creator:
Stummeier, James

Publication Information

Creator Stummeier, James
Date Created 1952

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 21 x 26 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Classified file, circa 1850s-1950s
Call Number CF 6

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W012AIT
Legacy ID
WHi 143334

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