This is an ‘Alligator’ box-type horse power operated Hay
Baler — the only one in operation in the entire U.S. It will be in
operation at the Wisconsin Historical Steam Rodeo, Inc., at
Luxemburg, Wisconsin, Labor Day Weekend – September 4 and 5. The
sweep power used with this unit is not shown. Height is almost 10
feet. The rear wheels are 5 feet in height. 3 wires are used on the
bales which are huge and weigh up to 225 lbs. each. The bale is
removed from the side through a door in right front of baler. The
baler is about 75 years old and owned by Orwin C. Burmeister of
Kewaunee, Wisconsin. It sure is an antique and rare machine!