"Better Farming Special" diploma awarded to Walter E. Adams (probably a joke), 8494-B

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Collection Type

Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-384267

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Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920
Glass plate negatives
"Better Farming Special Train"
"Better Farming Special" diploma awarded to Walter E. Adams (probably a joke), 8494-B
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Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920
- Glass plate negatives
  - "Better Farming Special Train"

Description

The image shows a hand-written diploma titled "Better Farming Special." It certifies that Walter E. Adams has satisfactorily completed a course in better farming, demonstrating proficiency in judging animal form. The document is signed by "Roller A. Beffer" and includes a drawn seal. The context suggests the diploma is likely intended as a joke.

Details

Descriptive Terms

trains (vehicle groupings)
rolling stock
diplomas
exhibitions (events)
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP013134
B-Series negative 8494-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

Reference Code

PC015.002.700.8494-B

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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