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Gift of Natalie B. Powell, 2020.54.3, Connecticut Historical Society, Copyright Undetermined
Group Harvesting Tobacco Leaves
Gift of Natalie B. Powell, 2020.54.3, Connecticut Historical Society, Copyright Undetermined

Group Harvesting Tobacco Leaves

MediumPhotography; print on postcard
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions: 3 9/16 × 5 1/2in. (9 × 14cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of Natalie B. Powell
DescriptionColor photographic postcard of a group of women harvesting tobacco leaves under a large tent.
Object number2020.54.3
InscribedPrinted on reverse, upper left corner: "In this early season view of shade grown tobacco, girls are / twisting string around stalks. This process minimises storm / damage. This leaf tobacco is grown in a wide area of Conn. / and Mass. adjoining the Conn. River, and is used for cigar / wrappers."
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    On View
    Not on view
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