Wheelbarrow race, 1924

Negative no.A1179. August, 1924. Image depicts a group of boys engaged in a wheelbarrow race with spectators in background, most likely part of a "Field Day" organized by the Draper Corporation for Draper Corporation employees. Each team consists of two boys, one of whom holds a set of wheels in his hands while his legs are held by the other boy, thereby forming a "human" wheelbarrow. 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. Closely resembles Box 60, Negative 1207; see also Negative 1180, in this box. 5 x 7 in. See Collection 6612 P, Box 6, Folder 4, Item 1179 for print of this negative.