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Young Man Operating Large Drill
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A young man is operating a large mechanical drill. He is dressed in overalls and a work shirt and appears to be rather young. Behind him are several other pieces of machinery. The worker is likely an employee of the International Harvester Osbourne Works in Auburn, New York.
September 29, 1913
International Harvester Company
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WHi 96174
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