Field of growing tobacco. Near House Point, Connecticut
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Title
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Field of growing tobacco. Near House Point, Connecticut
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Photographer
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G.R. Swain
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Description
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Tobacco plants near House Point, Connecticut. Tobacco has been a staple crop in the United States since the 17th century, however, it was introduced to English settlers and travelers by the Native American's previous to this era. The plants appears to be flowering and grow in dense rows. Grasses obscure some of the plants. A water tower, trees, and power lines can be seen in the background. Slide labeled with text, "Made by G.R. Swain, 713 E. University Ave., Ann Arbor, Michigan." Swain was staff photographer at U of M from 1913 to 1947.
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Date Span
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1900-1935
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Object Type
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Black and White Positive Lantern Slide
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Subject
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Tobacco Farming; Agriculture; Industry; Connecticut
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Collection Location
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Box 90
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Location
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House Point, Connecticut, United States
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Exact Date
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Exact Date Unknown
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High Resolution Available
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TIF
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Cataloger
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Rachel Ellenson
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Date Digital File Created
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5/9/2016
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Digital File ID
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010_MJ_90_020
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Type
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MJ
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Rights
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The copyright and related rights status of this Item has been reviewed by the organization that has made the Item available, but the organization was unable to make a conclusive determination as to the copyright status of the Item. Please refer to Eastern Michigan University Archives (lib_archives@emich.edu). for more information. You are free to use this Item in any way that is permitted by the copyright and related rights legislation that applies to your use.
