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Machinist - Backyard machinists 1942 Invitation
Colorized photo from 1942
Original title: Pool of small machine ships forming a sub-contracting group for war production
Photographer: Hollem, Howard R
Location: De Land, FL
During World War 2, the government did what they could to keep a steady supply of parts. They would convert toy factories to make guns. Places that made cars might have made tanks for a while. For other instances they would hire small backyard outfits to make smaller parts.
This is a group of backyard machinists, they have a series of lathes and a blacksmith set up in the back. Presumably the parts were small, but what they made is unknown.
What I can say is, they could use a rake, and you really must wear shoes, you might want to brush up on your tetanus shot if you should visit there. Being Florida it was probably hot, but it looks pretty well ventilated.
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By AnonymousFebruary 9, 2026 • Verified Purchase
Flat Invitation, Size: 5" x 7", Paper: Signature Matte, Corner: Squared, Envelopes: White, Print Quality: Standard
I love my invitation for what they are but the quality isn't the best. The corners and edges are heavily damaged. And I don't remember there being a paper selection but would have chosen a glossy paper to make things pop because the printing is matte and underwhelming. The best part was the ease of set up. .
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By Teresa B.March 6, 2024 • Verified Purchase
Flat Invitation, Size: 5" x 7", Paper: Signature Matte, Corner: Squared, Envelopes: White, Print Quality: Standard
This invitation was exactly what I was looking for my granddaughters 1st trip around the sun/space birthday. The paper invites went to people not social media savvy and the digital was great for using on Facebook. The colors and print were just the way they looked in the “preview” vibrant and great quality.
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By L.June 28, 2012 • Verified Purchase
Flat Invitation, Size: 5" x 7", Paper: Signature Matte, Corner: Squared, Envelopes: White, Print Quality: Standard
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I LOVED the design of this invitations for my daughters 1st birthday party. I was not able to find the banner or a flat thank you card; so I contacted Jessie at Allpetscherished. WOW, was she SO helpful and created both within a short period of time. Even when I was braindead and could not figure out how to insert a picture into the thank you card, she was willing to help out. I have had some "party animals" rsvp for the party and have mentioned how cute the card is. Thank you Jessie for your help. I look forward to getting the thank you cards and stickers I ordered. think enough card stock for me
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