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Title
Eleanor Ahrens puts tractor in gear
Creator
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Institution
Sterling Heights Public Library

Subject
Sterling Heights (Mich.)--History--Ahrens Family

Subject
Sterling Heights (Mich.)--History--Ahrens Farm

Subject
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Item Number
EF01b286

Relation
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Type
image

Format
jpeg

Description
Eleanor Ahrens (b. 1922) prepares to drive tractor, shifting a gear lever as she sits in seat. She wears slacks, a blouse, and a hat. Her father, Otto Ahrens (1890 - 1969) watches from behind. A hay wagon is attached to the back of the tractor. Barn is in background. Farm located on Clinton River Rd. just west of Hayes Rd.

Eleanor Ahrens puts tractor in gear

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