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The Adams Tractor
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Front cover of a pamphlet advertising the Adams tractor featuring a sectional view of the transmission. The text beneath the illustration reads: "The Adams Slogan - Simplicity, least friction, most work for operating expense, at a price that sells without traveling salesmen. The Adams Co., Marysville, Ohio."
1918
J.D. Adams Company
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W012U03
WHi 94097
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Adams Tractor
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Heider Tractor and Implement Brochure
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Lang Tractor Company Pamphlet
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