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Massachusetts. Lynn. shoe factories, 1895?: "Miss Eliza Combs, typical old maid worker", (1895?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston. Massachusetts. Lynn. shoe factories, 1895?: "Miss Eliza Combs, typical old maid worker", (1895?)
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Massachusetts. Lynn. shoe factories, 1895?: "Miss Eliza Combs, typical old maid worker", (1895?). Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston. Massachusetts. Lynn. shoe factories, 1895?: "Miss Eliza Combs, typical old maid worker", (1895?)
Massachusetts. Lynn. shoe factories, 1895?: "Miss Eliza Combs, typical old maid worker", (1895?)
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Boot Boots Carriage Boot Factory Worker Keystone Archives Massachusetts United States Shoe Shoe Factory Shoes Stitch Stitched Stitching Workbench Fb Johnston Frances B Johnston Frances Benjamin Johnston Frances Johnston Johnston Frances Benjamin
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This photograph, titled "Miss Eliza Combs, typical old maid worker," was captured by renowned American photographer Frances Benjamin Johnston in Lynn, Massachusetts, in approximately 1895. The image offers a glimpse into the daily life of a factory worker during the 19th century in the United States. The scene takes place in a shoe factory, where Miss Combs, dressed in a simple, long-sleeved blouse and an apron, is seated at a workbench. A pair of stitched shoes lies before her, and a carriage boot rests on the bench, ready to be completed. In the background, another woman can be seen working at another bench, adding to the bustling atmosphere of the factory floor. The photograph provides a poignant look at the lives of women who worked in the shoe factories of Lynn, Massachusetts, during this time. The term "old maid" was often used derogatorily to describe unmarried women over the age of 25, and the title of the photograph suggests that Miss Combs fits this description. However, the image also showcases her dedication and skill as a worker, as she focuses intently on her task. This photograph is an important historical record of the shoe industry in Lynn, Massachusetts, and the role of women in the workforce during the late 19th century. It is part of the Frances Benjamin Johnston collection at the Library of Congress, and is a valuable addition to our understanding of American history and heritage.
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