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Fueling lighter with clam shell hoist, Ashtabula, Ohio, ca 1900. Creator: Unknown
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Fueling lighter with clam shell hoist, Ashtabula, Ohio, ca 1900. Creator: Unknown
Fueling lighter with clam shell hoist, Ashtabula, Ohio, ca 1900
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Dock Docks Dockyard Hoist Hoisting Hoisting Machinery Refuelling Wharf Ashtabula Company Detroit Publishing Detroit Publishing Co Detroit Publishing Company Dry Plate Negative Glass 8 X 10 In Edwin H Husher William A Livingstone
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This photograph, titled "Fueling Lighter with Clam Shell Hoist, Ashtabula, Ohio, ca 1900," showcases a moment in American industrial history. The image, created by an unknown photographer, presents a view of the bustling Ashtabula Harbor in Ohio during the early 1900s. In the foreground, a man skillfully operates a clam shell hoist, expertly maneuvering a fuel drum into place atop a lighter. The hoist, a common piece of equipment in dockyards during this era, is a testament to the technological advancements of the time. Surrounding the scene are a multitude of people, some of whom are likely employees of the Detroit Publishing Company, which is believed to have published this photograph. The company played a significant role in documenting American landscapes and industries during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The photograph's composition masterfully captures the raw energy and activity of the harbor. The contrast between the black fuel drums and the white clam shell hoist creates a striking visual effect, while the background people add a sense of scale and context to the scene. The image also highlights the intricate relationship between the natural elements – the water, the river, and the geography – and the man-made structures, such as the docks and the wharf. This photograph serves as a valuable piece of heritage art, offering a glimpse into the past and reminding us of the rich industrial history of Ashtabula, Ohio, and the United States as a whole. The image is a dry plate negative, measuring 8 x 10 inches, and is part of the extensive collection at the Library of Congress.
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