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Cutting tools on Bert's bench. Paterson New Jersey

Cutting tools on Bert's bench. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images documenting the daily work activities of people at Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, NJ, on August 8, 1994.

Members of the Montescaglioso Club on float with statue of San Rocco.

Members of the Montescaglioso Club on float with statue of San Rocco.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual San Rocco procession, sponsored by the Montescaglioso Club of Paterson, as it passes through the People's Park neighborhood of Paterson, New Jersey.

Young girl, woman and man applaud.

Young girl, woman and man applaud.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual banquet and beauty pageant sponsored by "The Dominicans of New Jersey," held at "The Fiesta," Route 17, Woodridge, New Jersey.

An exterior view of the shop, with a large poster of the Italian national soccer team prominently displayed in the front window.

An exterior view of the shop, with a large poster of the Italian natio...

Forms part of a group of images documenting John and Joe's Meat Market.

Hot Grill co-owner Nick Doris (right) stands with friend Bill Betts (another hot Texas Wiener restaurateur) in front of The Hot Grill.

Hot Grill co-owner Nick Doris (right) stands with friend Bill Betts (a...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at The Hot Grill, a hot Texas wiener restaurant located at 669 Lexington Avenue, Clifton, New Jersey. They are holding a tray with three Hot Texas Wieners "all... More

Photograph of foundry casts, molds and materials used at the Watson foundry that was closed in the 'seventies.

Photograph of foundry casts, molds and materials used at the Watson fo...

Forms part of a group of images which are copies of historical photos from Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey. These photogra... More

Worker leaning on his car after his shift.

Worker leaning on his car after his shift.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the Sweet Potato Pie Company at 140 Auburn Street.

Water flowing through raceway system in Paterson's historic district; the raceway supplied hydraulic power for mills.

Water flowing through raceway system in Paterson's historic district; ...

Forms part of a group of images recorded on September 11, documenting scenes in Paterson's historic district.

Stacks of cut-out garment pieces on long table.

Stacks of cut-out garment pieces on long table.

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at Garden State Cutting Company, a garment-cutting shop at 66 Gray Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 12, 1994.

Palm reader and client at Railroad Avenue market.

Palm reader and client at Railroad Avenue market.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the area around the Railroad Avenue market in Paterson.

Doctors and nurses at the Oncology nurse's station, 4th floor.

Doctors and nurses at the Oncology nurse's station, 4th floor.

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at St. Joseph's Hospital, 703 Main Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 14, 1994.

Florence DiStefano in her basement sewing shop where she makes and alters clothing for herself, family members and friends.

Florence DiStefano in her basement sewing shop where she makes and alt...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at the home of retired ladies garment worker Florence DiStefano, Paterson, New Jersey, September 15, 1994. She is using a "Merrow machine" (manufactured by the M... More

Richie Takach, Bob Dale, and John Weatherwacks.

Richie Takach, Bob Dale, and John Weatherwacks.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 17, documenting scenes at Watson Machine International, 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey.

Retired textile industry "twister" Sam Balister, who works as a museum interpreter, stands beside twisting machine he used to operate; the machine is a Barber-Coleman warp tying-in machine.

Retired textile industry "twister" Sam Balister, who works as a museum...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at The Paterson Museum, 2 Market Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 13, 1994.

Close-up of pattern designed by Gaetano Pepe.

Close-up of pattern designed by Gaetano Pepe.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 15, 1994, documenting scenes at the Joseph Teshon, Inc., textile plant, 196-200 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Rocco and his mother at work in the kitchen.  Rocco is preparing a pizza; his mother is preparing scaccie, a filled dough which is baked in the oven.

Rocco and his mother at work in the kitchen. Rocco is preparing a piz...

Forms part of a group of images documenting food preparation at RC's Deli. Rocco makes pizza with cheese, which is more or less "traditional," at least for people in the U.S., and also makes what he calls "real... More

Mary Tomlin working at "tube winding" on first floor.

Mary Tomlin working at "tube winding" on first floor.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 16, documenting scenes at the Joseph Teshon, Inc., jacquard-weaving mill, 196-200 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Claire and Anne Murphy in the living room of their home.

Claire and Anne Murphy in the living room of their home.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on September 11, documenting retired towel factory worker Anne Murphy and her daughter Claire at their home in Totowa, New Jersey.

Machine operator Orlando Lee at work at dyeing tank; skeins of undyed silk are placed on rollers.

Machine operator Orlando Lee at work at dyeing tank; skeins of undyed ...

Forms part of a group of images taken in the dye house adjacent to the main Joseph Teshon, Inc. building on September 12, 1994.

Sewing machine operators making garments. Paterson New Jersey

Sewing machine operators making garments. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images taken on 09/14/94, documenting scenes VBF Trim Company, a garment-making shop located at 404 Grand Street, Paterson, New Jersey.

Altar boy with cross and men with banners at the head of the procession.

Altar boy with cross and men with banners at the head of the processio...

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual San Rocco procession, sponsored by the Montescaglioso Club of Paterson, as it passes through the People's Park neighborhood of Paterson, New Jersey.

Workers take morning coffee break near plant doorway.

Workers take morning coffee break near plant doorway.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 17, documenting scenes at Watson Machine International, 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey.

Photos from the Fulcher family's collection depicting Howard's mother and father and their pharmacy.

Photos from the Fulcher family's collection depicting Howard's mother ...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at Fulcher's Pharmacy, 59 Carroll Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 12, 1994.

At the conclusion of the procession, dignitaries stand in front of the Montescaglioso Club, on Lewis Street; the tall man to the right is Congressman Herbert Klein, and the man to his right is Paterson mayor William Pascrell.

At the conclusion of the procession, dignitaries stand in front of the...

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual San Rocco procession, sponsored by the Montescaglioso Club of Paterson, as it passes through the People's Park neighborhood of Paterson, New Jersey.

Plant manager Charles "Chuck" Hardy in his office checking fabric samples and fabric orders (hanging on the wall).

Plant manager Charles "Chuck" Hardy in his office checking fabric samp...

Forms part of a group of images taken in the dye house adjacent to the main Joseph Teshon, Inc. building on September 12, 1994.

Howard Fulcher and his mother Ida Fulcher wait on customer Ida Mae McCall.

Howard Fulcher and his mother Ida Fulcher wait on customer Ida Mae McC...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at Fulcher's Pharmacy, 59 Carroll Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 12, 1994.

Barber Louis McDowell poses for photos in his barber shop.

Barber Louis McDowell poses for photos in his barber shop.

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at McDowell's Barber Shop, 400 River Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 13, 1994.

Statue of Paterson native Lou Costello with banner that reads:  "Lou Costello Memorial," Cianci Street.

Statue of Paterson native Lou Costello with banner that reads: "Lou C...

Forms part of a group of images recorded on September 11, documenting scenes in Paterson's historic district. A former mill building, now an apartment building, is in the background.

Dye house machine operator Martino Cardone putting dyed silk into a spinning machine used to remove water.

Dye house machine operator Martino Cardone putting dyed silk into a sp...

Forms part of a group of images taken in the dye house adjacent to the main Joseph Teshon, Inc. building on September 12, 1994.

Joe Kachler drilling holes in small shafts using the drill press.

Joe Kachler drilling holes in small shafts using the drill press.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the daily work activities of people at Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, NJ, on August 9, 1994.

Close-up of men securing statue of San Rocco to the float.

Close-up of men securing statue of San Rocco to the float.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual San Rocco procession, sponsored by the Montescaglioso Club of Paterson, as it passes through the People's Park neighborhood of Paterson, New Jersey.

Jelina Cubic works at silk-winding operation.

Jelina Cubic works at silk-winding operation.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Kalkstein Silk Mills, Inc., 75 Wood Street, Paterson, New Jersey.

Nick Doris stands in front of The Hot Grill holding tray of food; he is wearing a Hot Grill t-shirt; the restaurant's large sign is behind him.

Nick Doris stands in front of The Hot Grill holding tray of food; he i...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at The Hot Grill, a hot Texas wiener restaurant located at 669 Lexington Avenue, Clifton, New Jersey.

Bunny Kuiken, granddaughter of Pietro Botto, stands in front of Botto House.

Bunny Kuiken, granddaughter of Pietro Botto, stands in front of Botto ...

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 16, documenting scenes at The American Labor Museum, Botto House National Landmark, 83 Norwood Avenue, Haledon, New Jersey.

Workers on assembly line in hospital's kitchen; they are making up meals to be delivered to patients.

Workers on assembly line in hospital's kitchen; they are making up mea...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at St. Joseph's Hospital, 703 Main Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 14, 1994.

Nick Doris stands in front of The Hot Grill holding tray of food; he is wearing a Hot Grill t-shirt.

Nick Doris stands in front of The Hot Grill holding tray of food; he i...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at The Hot Grill, a hot Texas wiener restaurant located at 669 Lexington Avenue, Clifton, New Jersey.

Workers at work at Garden State Cutting Company.

Workers at work at Garden State Cutting Company.

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at Garden State Cutting Company, a garment-cutting shop at 66 Gray Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 12, 1994.

Howard Fulcher waits on customer Luke Martin.

Howard Fulcher waits on customer Luke Martin.

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at Fulcher's Pharmacy, 59 Carroll Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 12, 1994.

Barber Louis McDowell poses for photos in his barber shop.

Barber Louis McDowell poses for photos in his barber shop.

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at McDowell's Barber Shop, 400 River Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 13, 1994.

Ian M. Watson McLaughlin, president of Watson Machine International, in his office;  company brochure is on top of the desk.

Ian M. Watson McLaughlin, president of Watson Machine International, i...

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 17, documenting scenes at Watson Machine International, 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey.

Machine operator Orlando Lee at work at dyeing tank; dye is absorbed by the silk as rollers are rotated.

Machine operator Orlando Lee at work at dyeing tank; dye is absorbed b...

Forms part of a group of images taken in the dye house adjacent to the main Joseph Teshon, Inc. building on September 12, 1994.

The case holding cassette tapes of recorded Italian music.

The case holding cassette tapes of recorded Italian music.

Forms part of a group of images documenting Sanremo Italian Imports, owned and operated by Ralph Venezia, an Italian American from Montescaglioso in the Basilicata region of Italy. Ralph says that he has a bett... More

Close-ups of individual quilt squares; each square represents a different department in the hospital and features artifacts, scenes etc. that are associated with the departments.

Close-ups of individual quilt squares; each square represents a differ...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at St. Joseph's Hospital, 703 Main Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 14, 1994.

Worker makes sweet potato batter in large mixer.

Worker makes sweet potato batter in large mixer.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 17, documenting scenes at Sweet Potato Pie, Inc., 140 Auburn Street, Paterson.

Willie Reed being interviewed in the WIP offices in the heritage district of Paterson.

Willie Reed being interviewed in the WIP offices in the heritage distr...

Forms part of a group of images documenting the daily work activities of people at Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, NJ, on August 10, 1994.

Statue of Paterson native Lou Costello with banner that reads:  "Lou Costello Memorial," Cianci Street.

Statue of Paterson native Lou Costello with banner that reads: "Lou C...

Forms part of a group of images recorded on September 11, documenting scenes in Paterson's historic district. A former mill building, now an apartment building, is in the background.

Machine operator Orlando Lee at work at dyeing tank; dye is absorbed by the silk as rollers are rotated.

Machine operator Orlando Lee at work at dyeing tank; dye is absorbed b...

Forms part of a group of images taken in the dye house adjacent to the main Joseph Teshon, Inc. building on September 12, 1994.

Florence DiStefano in her basement sewing shop where she makes and alters garments for herself, family members and friends.

Florence DiStefano in her basement sewing shop where she makes and alt...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at the home of retired ladies garment worker Florence DiStefano, Paterson, New Jersey, September 15, 1994. Here she is operating a "Merrow machine" (manufactured... More

Richie Takach and John Weatherwacks beginning installation on planetary strander; this is a custom job for a telephone company; when completed this machine twists wire and fiber optic strands for use in telecommunications.

Richie Takach and John Weatherwacks beginning installation on planetar...

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 17, documenting scenes at Watson Machine International, 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey.

Larry Schneider adjusts a lathe. Hawthorne, New Jersey

Larry Schneider adjusts a lathe. Hawthorne, New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images documenting machinist Larry Schneider's machine shop and his family at their home in Hawthorne, New Jersey. Larry is a machinist who works at Watson Machine International in Paterson.

Larry Schneider adjusts a lathe in his machine shop.

Larry Schneider adjusts a lathe in his machine shop.

Forms part of a group of images documenting machinist Larry Schneider's machine shop and his family at their home in Hawthorne, New Jersey. Larry is a machinist who works at Watson Machine International in Paterson.

"Rainbow Market" sign; words in Arabic also appear on the sign.

"Rainbow Market" sign; words in Arabic also appear on the sign.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the area around the Railroad Avenue market in Paterson.

Machine operator Orlando Lee at work at dyeing tank; dye is absorbed by the silk as rollers are rotated.

Machine operator Orlando Lee at work at dyeing tank; dye is absorbed b...

Forms part of a group of images taken in the dye house adjacent to the main Joseph Teshon, Inc. building on September 12, 1994.

Dominican American Dressmaker Elsa Mantilla watches competition.

Dominican American Dressmaker Elsa Mantilla watches competition.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual banquet and beauty pageant sponsored by "The Dominicans of New Jersey," held at "The Fiesta," Route 17, Woodridge, New Jersey.

Lead assemblyman Richie Takach holding photograph of Watson Machine Shop circa 1890's. The photograph is taken from almost the spot where Richie currently is standing.

Lead assemblyman Richie Takach holding photograph of Watson Machine Sh...

Forms part of a group of images documenting the daily work activities of people at Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, NJ, on August 4, 1994.

Lead assemblyman Richie Takach holding photograph of Watson Machine Shop circa 1890's. The photograph is taken from almost the spot where Richie currently is standing.

Lead assemblyman Richie Takach holding photograph of Watson Machine Sh...

Forms part of a group of images documenting the daily work activities of people at Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, NJ, on August 4, 1994.

Casts and foundry equipment used in the Watson foundry before it was removed in the 1970s.

Casts and foundry equipment used in the Watson foundry before it was r...

Forms part of a group of images which are copies of historical photos from Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey. These photogra... More

Old School #2, at the corner of Market and Mill Streets; the building is undergoing "rehabilitation" as an historic structure.

Old School #2, at the corner of Market and Mill Streets; the building ...

Forms part of a group of images recorded on September 11, documenting scenes in Paterson's historic district.

Exterior (front) of main mill building; "Kalkstein Silk Mills, Inc." is on the wall.

Exterior (front) of main mill building; "Kalkstein Silk Mills, Inc." i...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Kalkstein Silk Mills, Inc., 75 Wood Street, Paterson, New Jersey on the morning of August 15, 1994.

The northwest corner of Grand and Main Streets, showing the Europa Restaurant.

The northwest corner of Grand and Main Streets, showing the Europa Res...

Forms part of a group of images taken from the top of the new parking garage on Grand Street.

"Rainbow Market" sign; words in Arabic also appear on the sign.

"Rainbow Market" sign; words in Arabic also appear on the sign.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the area around the Railroad Avenue market in Paterson.

Contestants on stage wearing evening gowns.

Contestants on stage wearing evening gowns.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual banquet and beauty pageant sponsored by "The Dominicans of New Jersey," held at "The Fiesta," Route 17, Woodridge, New Jersey.

View of center of Paterson from Garret Mountain; old mills in historic district are visible.

View of center of Paterson from Garret Mountain; old mills in historic...

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 15, documenting views of downtown Paterson as seen from Garret Mountain.

Pauline Cooper, R.N. (left), Judith Thomas, L.P.N. (center), and Cindy Gross (right) beside medicine cart, Regan 3-South.

Pauline Cooper, R.N. (left), Judith Thomas, L.P.N. (center), and Cindy...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at St. Joseph's Hospital, 703 Main Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 14, 1994.

Dressmaker Elsa Mantilla helps contestant (wearing one of Elsa's dresses) with dress in backstage area.

Dressmaker Elsa Mantilla helps contestant (wearing one of Elsa's dress...

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual banquet and beauty pageant sponsored by "The Dominicans of New Jersey," held at "The Fiesta," Route 17, Woodridge, New Jersey.

American Folklife Center: Milagros Cueto. Paterson New Jersey

American Folklife Center: Milagros Cueto. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images documenting Elsa's, a clothing store and gift shop on the avenue. Millie served as interpreter when I spoke with Aurora Goicoechea; I interviewed both women, first Millie, then M... More

Tom Doris cooks and dresses Hot Texas Wieners.

Tom Doris cooks and dresses Hot Texas Wieners.

Forms part of a group of images documenting lunchtime work processes at the Hot Grill, 669 Lexington Avenue, Clifton, New Jersey (just southeast of Paterson), before and during the lunchtime rush. One of the ... More

Bert Reales and Jimmy Dowling measuring drive shaft on lathe.

Bert Reales and Jimmy Dowling measuring drive shaft on lathe.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the daily work activities of people at Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, NJ, on August 6, 1994.

Doug Owens poses for photos at store counter.

Doug Owens poses for photos at store counter.

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at L & B Food Center, near Rosa Parks Blvd., Paterson, New Jersey on September 13, 1994.

Robert Barker with Malcolm McLaughlin and unknown person.

Robert Barker with Malcolm McLaughlin and unknown person.

Forms part of a group of images which are copies of historical photos from Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey. These photogra... More

Graffiti murals on walls around school playground; School Number 15 is seen in the background.

Graffiti murals on walls around school playground; School Number 15 is...

Forms part of a group of images depicting graffiti murals that were painted on walls near School Number 15 as part of an organized, city-approved demonstration by graffiti artists from the metro area; School Nu... More

Interior of restaurant with customers sitting at tables; murals on the wall depict scenes from Colombia.

Interior of restaurant with customers sitting at tables; murals on the...

Forms part of a group of images of the Tierra Colombianas resturant taken on September 12, 1994.

Machine operator Nelson Beniquez washing silk in tanks.

Machine operator Nelson Beniquez washing silk in tanks.

Forms part of a group of images taken in the dye house adjacent to the main Joseph Teshon, Inc. building on September 12, 1994.

Plant manager Charles "Chuck" Hardy in his office checking fabric samples and fabric orders (hanging on the wall).

Plant manager Charles "Chuck" Hardy in his office checking fabric samp...

Forms part of a group of images taken in the dye house adjacent to the main Joseph Teshon, Inc. building on September 12, 1994.

Howard Fulcher and his mother, Ida Fulcher, behind the counter of their pharmacy; customer Eula Mae McCall is visible in the frame.

Howard Fulcher and his mother, Ida Fulcher, behind the counter of thei...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at Fulcher's Pharmacy, 59 Carroll Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 12, 1994.

Anne Murphy holds photo of workers and managers at Newberger's Towel Factory, Paterson, c. 1918.

Anne Murphy holds photo of workers and managers at Newberger's Towel F...

Forms part of a group of images recorded on September 11, documenting retired towel factory worker Anne Murphy and her daughter Claire at their home in Totowa, New Jersey.

Virginia La Rue, purchasing and payroll, at her office in Watson.

Virginia La Rue, purchasing and payroll, at her office in Watson.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the daily work activities of people at Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, NJ, on August 10, 1994.

People on stoop watch procession. Paterson New Jersey

People on stoop watch procession. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual San Rocco procession, sponsored by the Montescaglioso Club of Paterson, as it passes through the People's Park neighborhood of Paterson, New Jersey.

Statue of San Rocco is carried from the church and placed on the float

Statue of San Rocco is carried from the church and placed on the float

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual San Rocco procession, sponsored by the Montescaglioso Club of Paterson, as it passes through the People's Park neighborhood of Paterson, New Jersey.

Elsa Mantilla presents trophies to pageant contestants.

Elsa Mantilla presents trophies to pageant contestants.

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual banquet and beauty pageant sponsored by "The Dominicans of New Jersey," held at "The Fiesta," Route 17, Woodridge, New Jersey.

Procession travels down 21st Avenue; brick factory building is in the background.

Procession travels down 21st Avenue; brick factory building is in the ...

Forms part of a group of images documenting the annual San Rocco procession, sponsored by the Montescaglioso Club of Paterson, as it passes through the People's Park neighborhood of Paterson, New Jersey.

Workers take morning coffee break near plant doorway.

Workers take morning coffee break near plant doorway.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 17, documenting scenes at Watson Machine International, 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey.

Great Falls on the Passaic. Paterson New Jersey

Great Falls on the Passaic. Paterson New Jersey

Picryl description: Public domain image of a waterfall, water stream, cascade, nature site, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Weaver Maria Atiles at her loom on the second floor.

Weaver Maria Atiles at her loom on the second floor.

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 16, documenting scenes at the Joseph Teshon, Inc., jacquard-weaving mill, 196-200 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Benson stirs biscuit batter. Paterson New Jersey

Benson stirs biscuit batter. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images documenting the E&A Soul Food Restaurant at the corner of Governor and Straight Streets.

American Folklife Center: John Weatherwacks. Paterson New Jersey

American Folklife Center: John Weatherwacks. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 17, documenting scenes at Watson Machine International, 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey.

Machine operator Nelson Beniquez washing silk in tanks.

Machine operator Nelson Beniquez washing silk in tanks.

Forms part of a group of images taken in the dye house adjacent to the main Joseph Teshon, Inc. building on September 12, 1994.

Louis McDowell pretends to give fieldworker David Taylor a shave and a haircut.

Louis McDowell pretends to give fieldworker David Taylor a shave and a...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at McDowell's Barber Shop, 400 River Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 13, 1994.

Florence DiStefano in her basement sewing shop where she makes and alters clothing for herself, family members and friends.

Florence DiStefano in her basement sewing shop where she makes and alt...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at the home of retired ladies garment worker Florence DiStefano, Paterson, New Jersey, September 15, 1994. Here she is operating a "Merrow machine" (manufactured... More

Florence DiStefano in her basement sewing shop where she makes and alters clothing for herself, family members and friends.

Florence DiStefano in her basement sewing shop where she makes and alt...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at the home of retired ladies garment worker Florence DiStefano, Paterson, New Jersey, September 15, 1994. Here she is operating a "Merrow machine" (manufactured... More

Jimmy Dowling cutting an inside radius in a small flywheel on the lathe.

Jimmy Dowling cutting an inside radius in a small flywheel on the lath...

Forms part of a group of images documenting the daily work activities of people at Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, NJ, on August 8, 1994.

Elsa Mantilla, Aurora Goicoechea and Milagros Cueto.

Elsa Mantilla, Aurora Goicoechea and Milagros Cueto.

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at the dress shop on the second floor of Elsa's Wholesale & Retail on 21st Avenue, Paterson.

Plant manager Charles Mangrum holds spool of thread while standing beside a loom.

Plant manager Charles Mangrum holds spool of thread while standing bes...

Forms part of a group of images documenting scenes at Kalkstein Silk Mills, Inc., 75 Wood Street, Paterson, New Jersey on the morning of August 15, 1994.

Ken Morris, Jr., supervisor of medical and graphic arts, in his office on the hospital's 7th floor; he is a Paterson native and has worked at the hospital for over 14 years.

Ken Morris, Jr., supervisor of medical and graphic arts, in his office...

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at St. Joseph's Hospital, 703 Main Street, Paterson, New Jersey on September 14, 1994.

Omar Abukharma works on machine. Paterson New Jersey

Omar Abukharma works on machine. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 17, documenting scenes at Watson Machine International, 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, New Jersey.

Party photos and announcements on the bulletin board located in the loading bay just outside of Larry Schneider's office at Watson

Party photos and announcements on the bulletin board located in the lo...

Forms part of a group of images documenting the daily work activities of people at Watson Machine International, a machine tool manufacturing company located at 74 Railroad Avenue, Paterson, NJ, on August 15, 1994.

Doug Owens poses for photos at store counter.

Doug Owens poses for photos at store counter.

Forms part of a group of images depicting scenes at L & B Food Center, near Rosa Parks Blvd., Paterson, New Jersey on September 13, 1994.

Worker peels sweet potatoes;boxes of unpeeled sweet potatoes in the foreground; printing on some boxes reads "North Carolina Sweet Potatoes."

Worker peels sweet potatoes;boxes of unpeeled sweet potatoes in the fo...

Forms part of a group of images recorded on August 17, documenting scenes at Sweet Potato Pie, Inc., 140 Auburn Street, Paterson.

Fieldworker David Taylor interviews Anne Murphy about c. 1918 photo of workers and managers at Newberger's Towel Factory, Paterson.

Fieldworker David Taylor interviews Anne Murphy about c. 1918 photo of...

Forms part of a group of images recorded on September 11, documenting retired towel factory worker Anne Murphy and her daughter Claire at their home in Totowa, New Jersey.

American Folklife Center: McGill's truck. Paterson New Jersey

American Folklife Center: McGill's truck. Paterson New Jersey

Forms part of a group of images documenting McGill's truck, a family-owned trucking company.

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