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Man Working on Assembly Line

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A man wearing overalls, a coat, necktie and hat is standing next to machinery on an assembly line. The sign on the machine reads: "Oil all spindle bearing at least 4 times a day." The machine is belt-driven from wheels attached to the ceiling.

Date Created:
December 20, 1920
Creator:
International Harvester Company

Publication Information

Creator
International Harvester Company
Date Created
December 20, 1920

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
26 x 21 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
VMA

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W012KLZ
Legacy ID
WHi 133947

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