Sewage Disposal Plant Construction
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions: 10 × 8 1/16in. (25.4 × 20.5cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Lynn Ferrari
DescriptionBlack and white Public Works Administration photograph of men at work on the construction of the new $3,450,000 Hartford sewage disposal plant, the project was subsidized by an $800,000 Public Works Administration grant. The project created employment opportunities for over 700 men.
Object number2017.86.30
CopyrightCopyright held by Public Works Administration
InscribedTyped on paper affixed to back of photograph: “More than 700 men representing all types of construction activities, have/ found work on the new $3,450,000 sewage disposal plant for the city of/ Hartford, Conn. PWA is aiding in financing the construction of this project/ with a grant of $800,000.” Stamped in blue on back: "REF. DEPT./ JUL 23 1935/ N.E.A."
Stamped in blue on back: "Photograph from/ PUBLIC WORKS ADMINISTRATION"
Handwritten in pencil on back: "A945"
Handwritten in pencil on back: "10/ WLB"
Handwritten in red on back: "4071"
Handwritten in pencil on back: "2132"
Printed on label affixed to back of photograph: "258033"
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