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The Light Binder

Image

Original pen and ink drawing of a header with the text "The Light Binder." The drawing was used for an 1883 advertising catalog.

Date Created:
1883
Creator:
McCormick Harvesting Machine Company

Publication Information

Creator
McCormick Harvesting Machine Company
Date Created
1883
Language
English

Physical Description

Format
Image
Extent
1 drawing
Dimensions
28 x 12 cm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES
Rights Holder
Wisconsin Historical Society
Unique ID
W0142VU
Legacy ID
WHi 86952

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