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WPA at Work

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National Youth Administration workers cutting stone in the quarry near the Grignon House. A sign behind the group of boys says: USA Work Program."

Date Created:
1937
Creator:
Social problems (Washington, D.C.)

Publication Information

Creator
Social problems (Washington, D.C.)
Date Created
1937

Physical Description

Format
Image
Dimensions
25 x 20 cm

Collection Information

Call Number
PH Green Bay Mss 182.

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W013NTK
Legacy ID
WHi 83704

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