photograph
Catalog Number
T92-1182
Description
Black and white photograph showing boxer Rocky Marciano visiting the Holland Furnace Co. in Holland, MI. This particular photo shows Rocky seated behind a desk, wearing suit and tie.
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.
