Deere & Co.
Publicity Dept glass negative.
This original glass plate negative (shown in reverse here) was once the property of the publicity department of Deere & company, was found in the drawers of a file cabinet that was sold at an East Moline Il. auction. The Kraft paper sleeve states Neg. No. 170832-a.
Dated 3-23-17. This photograph Taken at Gate 7 of the old Plow Works was titled "Safety First Shop Group". Originally this Silver Nitrate coated Glass was produced by the photographer in a dark room before celluloid based negatives were available. This plate measures 14"x11". Recognize anyone in this photo? If so we want to hear from you. use one of our email addresses found here. Contact Us.

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