A GROWING ORGANIZATION

By Art Dickey
Published on November 1, 1976
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Jerry D' Attilio and his Russell engine.
Jerry D' Attilio and his Russell engine.
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Bedford Ross with team of Belgium horses
Bedford Ross with team of Belgium horses
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Picture to the left shows an overall view of the steam engine which provides the power for the machinery, the lights and heating for the Badger Cordage mills at Brookfield, Wisconsin. This faithful engine was a workhorse for almost 70 years and was still
Picture to the left shows an overall view of the steam engine which provides the power for the machinery, the lights and heating for the Badger Cordage mills at Brookfield, Wisconsin. This faithful engine was a workhorse for almost 70 years and was still
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Harry (right) listens to make sure I explain correctly the operation of the governor to friend (center) who has never seen a working steam engine of this size. Note tools on board.
Harry (right) listens to make sure I explain correctly the operation of the governor to friend (center) who has never seen a working steam engine of this size. Note tools on board.
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With the start signal sounding Harry is ready to start the engine. With a half mile of belts and shafts starts with amazing smoothness. Coffee pot on engine is used to keep cylinder oil warm.
With the start signal sounding Harry is ready to start the engine. With a half mile of belts and shafts starts with amazing smoothness. Coffee pot on engine is used to keep cylinder oil warm.
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A shot of Harry's desk with a game of cards during the lunch break.
A shot of Harry's desk with a game of cards during the lunch break.
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This picture taken next to the 12' flywheel gives a good view of the Corless valve gear.
This picture taken next to the 12' flywheel gives a good view of the Corless valve gear.

Corydon, Iowa 50060

There is an old saying: ‘Big Oaks From Little Acorns
Grow.’ If this saying is true, the Decatur County Historical
Society at Leon, Iowa will be hunting for more room in a few years.
On August 14 and 15, 1976, they staged their 3rd annual show. Rainy
weather held down attendance but the exhibits were larger than last

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