Photo Record
Images
Metadata
Title |
Tobacco from hogsheads into a steamer |
Collection |
Ryan-Hampton Tobacco Company Photograph Collection |
Catalog Number |
990PC32.02 |
Date |
1914 |
Location |
Kentucky / Jefferson County / Louisville |
Photographer |
International Photo Engravers' Union of North America |
Description |
Men putting pressed tobacco from hogsheads into a steamer. The tobacco is left in the hogsheads (wooden barrels) for two years to age it. When it comes out of the hogshead it is placed in the steamer to be made flexible for handling. |
Search Terms |
Business enterprises Equipment and supplies Men Ryan-Hampton Tobacco Company Photograph Collection_990PC32 Tobacco Tobacco industry |