Buick and Western-Mott Motor Car Factories, USA
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Buick and Western-Mott Motor Car Factories, USA
Noon-hour at the Buick and Western-Mott Factories, Industrial Avenue, Flint, Michigan, USA. Date: circa 1910
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Avenue Break Buick Employees Engineers Factories Flint Hour Lunch Lunchtime Michigan Mott Noon Shift Staff Vehicles Tram
EDITORS COMMENTS
Noon-hour at the Buick and Western-Mott Factories, Industrial Avenue, Flint, Michigan, USA (circa 1910): A captivating photograph capturing the essence of industry and labor during the early days of the automobile era in America. The image portrays the Buick and Western-Mott factories in Flint, Michigan, during the noon hour. The workers take a much-needed break from their laborious tasks, gathering around the tram stop, eagerly awaiting their ride back to work after lunch. The factories, with their imposing structures and smokestacks, loom in the background, symbolizing the power and might of the burgeoning automobile industry. The Buick Factory, established in 1899, was a pioneer in the industry and played a significant role in the mass production of automobiles. Western-Mott, on the other hand, was a smaller company that produced parts for various automobile manufacturers. The workers, a mix of engineers, laborers, and other employees, donned overalls and protective gear, reflecting the physical demands of their jobs. This photograph offers a glimpse into the daily lives of the men and women who contributed to the growth of the automobile industry in Flint, Michigan, and the United States as a whole. The image, with its historical significance, is a testament to the hard work, innovation, and determination that shaped the American industrial landscape during this period.
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