Start of relay race, 1919

Negative no.A922. August 9, 1919. Image depicts two men at the start of a relay race that took place, most likely as part of a "Field Day" organized by the Draper Corporation for Draper Corporation employees. Two men have just taken off from starting positions in the foreground, with many spectators lined up beside the course stretching into the background. Spectators include both men and women. An official of some sort stands just behind the two runners. 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 922 for print of this negative.