Finish, 100-yard dash, 1919

Negative no.A915. August 9, 1919. Image depicts the finish of the 100-yard dash that took place, most likely as part of a "Field Day" organized by the Draper Corporation for Draper Corporation employees. Several men race to the finish line, with two crossing the line at approximately the same spot; two more men are behind them. Spectators line the race course, mostly men near the finish but many ladies can be seen further away. Founders of the Draper Company, brothers George and Ebenezer, were responsible for creating an integrated, planned community with innovative employee housing and recreational spaces and company events, in addition to employment. 5 x 7 in. See Collection 6612 P, Box 5, Folder 5, Item 915 for print of this negative.