Broad jump, 1924

Negative no.A1191. August 1924. Image shows young man at the moment of completing his jump-- both feet ankle deep in sand. Two judges are squatting to observe his landing; spectators are behind them. Most likely part of a "Field Day" organized by the Draper Corporation for Draper Corporation employees. 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. See also Negative 1187 and Negative 1190, in this box. 5 x 7 in. See Collection 6612 P, Box 6, Folder 4, Item 1191 for print of this negative.