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photograph

Catalog Number
2017.57.5
Date of Origin
ca. 1950
Materials
none
Description
Black and white photograph of the Holland Furnace wagon, dressed as a parade float, sitting on a dirt track, hitched up to 8 horses.  Several unidentified children can be seen riding in the wagon.  They, along with the unidentified driver, are dressed in Dutch costume.
History
Holland Furnace began in 1906, founded by John P. Kolla (1860-1933) and his son-in-law, August H. Landwehr (1880-1937). By 1948, the company had a branch in 48 states with sales reaching $41 million. Holland Furnace ceased production in 1962.
Gift of
Heeringa, Don