Finish line of 1/4 mile men's race, Hopedale, Massachusetts, 1925

Negative no.A1209. August 1925. Image shows one racer, dressed in shorts and singlet, crossing finish line on right side of photo; a judge's hand and pole can be seen on right. Spectators are lined up on the left; there is a flagpole and house in the background. 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 1208, in this box. 5 x 7 in. See Collection 6612 P, Box 6, Folder 4, Item 1209 for print of this negative.