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34 Press Photos Creamery Package Co Ft Atkinson WI. WWII Army Navy Award + Plant

$ 26.39

Availability: 26 in stock
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Condition: Photos are in good condition, some have photographer stamps on back, 2 have corner bends.
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Conflict: WW II (1939-45)
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Region of Origin: United States

    Description

    These are 34 black and white glossy photographs of the Creamery Packaging Co., in Ft. Atkinson WI.  Press type pictures, measure 8 x 10".  Few of the first group have a stamp on back from Photo-Art Studio in Ft Atkinson.
    The Creamery Packaging Co produced equipment for dairy, creamery and ice cream plants.  It opened its Ft Atkinson facility in 1898.  In 1964 the plant shut down. Not sure what they contributed during WWII, but the photos show a lot of (refrigeration gas???) metal canisters.
    Collection includes:
    Seven photos are of an Army Navy Production Award Ceremony on 7/24/45 (pic 1 +2).
    One composite shot of 3 photos of the banner flying on top of the building (pic 3).
    Seventeen pictures of the factory interior showing machinery, workers, production, product.
    Nine photos are later, believe after company changed ownership in the 1950's.  One of a dedication ceremony, others of a trade fair and product display.
    Photos are in good condition, two have corner bends.  Orange splotches on the last 4 pictures are reflections from a ceiling light, not damage.