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Milking Machine

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Unidentified man (inventor?) seated at and showing a foot-powered (?) milking machine. He is outdoors near a stone building.

Date Created:
1912
Creator:
Diemer, Melvin E.

Publication Information

Creator Diemer, Melvin E.
Date Created 1912

Physical Description

Format Image
Dimensions 25 x 18 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Melvin E. Diemer collection, circa 1910-1955
Call Number PH 5000.750-757.0751

Copyright Information

Copyright Status NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0136SM
Legacy ID
WHi 103679

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