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2000.177.23b  © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Employees of C. B. Rogers and Company, Norwich
2000.177.23b © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Employees of C. B. Rogers and Company, Norwich

Dateabout 1885
MediumPhotography; albumen print on paper on cardboard mount
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 5 1/2 x 8 11/16in. (14 x 22cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Object number2000.177.23b
DescriptionLarge group of men standing in front of brick wall with window and a door of industrial building, probably employees of C. B. Rogers and Company wearing hats, coats, vests, aprons. One man in the fifth row appears to be African American. Inscription on back: "Norwich. C. B. Rogers & Co."
NotesSubject Note: C. B. Rogers and Company moved main offices and factory from Massachusetts to Thames Street, Norwich in 1860 and manufactured woodworking machinery. In 1883, advertised machines for car makers, sash and millwork, builders, mills, cabinet and carriage makers.
Status
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