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Barber-Colman Trade Show Display.
A Barber-Colman Company display, possibly at a trade show in Detroit (on the photo's back is penciled "Detroit 1938").
Barber-Colman Hobbing Machines.
On the back of this photograph is typed, "A battery of spline shaft hobbing machines in a modern factory," showing machines stamped with the Barber-Colman name in the workplace. This photo is on thick but flexible cloth-like paper.
Barber-Colman Hobbing Machines in Factory Setting.
On the back of this photograph is typed, "A gear cutting department of a general manufacturing plant showing a Barber-Colman Type 'A' Hobbing Machine in the foreground, and No. 12 and No. 3 machines beyond it." This photo is on thick but flexible…
Barber-Colman Machines in an American Tractor Factory.
On the back of this photograph is typed, "A general view of the gear cutting department in an American tractor factory. Two batteries of Barber-Colman machines are seen at the left and right of the aisle." This photo is on thick but flexible…
Worker at a Barber-Colman Hobbing Machine.
On the back of this photograph is typed, "Special Barber-Colman Hobbing Machine made to hob the teeth on large gears which are mounted on the end of a shaft that also carries a large cylinder." This photo is on thick but flexible cloth-like paper.
Barber-Colman Employee Boxing.
A scene depicting the interior of the Barber-Colman Association (BCA) Clubroom with spectators assembled to watch employee boxing matches. The BCA sponsored athletic programs, special events, dances, and banquets for employees. The poster on the pole…
Barber-Colman Association (BCA) Band.
A photograph of the Barber-Colman Association (BCA) Band. The BCA sponsored athletic programs, special events, dances, and banquets for employees. This photo was published in the BCA News, Vol. 4, No. 1.
The 1916 Barber-Colman Baseball Team.
A photograph depicting thirteen uniformed players of Barber-Colman's 1916 Baseball Team. None of the players' names are identified.
R. J. Miller, Barber-Colman Chief Clerk.
R. J. Miller, Barber-Colman Chief Clerk in 1918, is seen working at his desk. This photograph was printed in the Barber-Colman Association (BCA) News, Vol. 2, No. 6, page 13.
E. W. Billings, Barber-Colman Superintendent.
E. W. Billings, Barber-Colman Superintendent in 1919, is seen talking on the telephone at his desk. This photograph was published in the Barber-Colman Association (BCA) News, Vol. 3, No. 1, page 2.
Barber-Colman Planning Department.
This photograph depicts workers at their desks representing the Barber-Colman Company Planning Department in 1919. This photograph was printed in the Barber-Colman Association (BCA) News, Vol. 3, No. 1, page 8.
Barber-Colman Drafting Room.
A view of men sitting and standing around drafting tables in the Barber-Colman Company.
Barber-Colman Drafting Room, Experimental Department.
A scene depicting men working at drafting tables in Barber-Colman's Experimental Department.
Barber-Colman Employee, Harry Severson.
A black and white full-length photograph of Harry Severson, Barber-Colman's first regular employee, a civil engineer recruited from the University of Wisconsin in 1901. This photograph appeared in the Barber-Colman Employee Association Yearbook,…
Barber-Colman Machine Tool Division.
The eleven men pictured in this outside photograph represent Barber-Colman's Machine Tool Division in 1919. This photo was printed in the Barber-Colman Association (BCA) News, Vol. 3, No. 8, page 15.
Barber-Colman Kitchen Area.
A photograph of the Barber-Colman kitchen with the cook and prep staff. This photo was published in the Barber-Colman Association (BCA) News, Vol. 8, No. 7, page 9.
Barber-Colman Athletic Banquet.
Employees are seated around rows of tables with staff visible to the right at this Barber-Colman athletic banquet. This photograph was printed in the Barber-Colman Employee Association Yearbook, "Knots," on page 84.
Barber-Colman July 4th Celebration.
These Barber-Colman Independence Day celebrations include a parade with floats and a marching band. This photograph was published in the Barber-Colman Employee Association Yearbook, "Knots," on page 103.
Barber-Colman Third Annual Banquet.
This wonderfully decorated room with rows of beautifully set tables and an area for a band (photo lower left) is ready for the Barber-Colman Company's Third Annual Banquet. This photograph appeared in the Barber-Colman Employee Association Yearbook,…
Decoration Day at Barber-Colman.
The Barber-Colman plant is decked out patriotically to celebrate Decoration Day 1918.
Barber-Colman Employees Celebrate Decoration Day.
The employees of Barber-Colman's Department 122 are assembled for this photograph and ready to celebrate Decoration Day. This photo appeared in the Barber-Colman Association (BCA) News Vol. 2, No. 12.
Barber-Colman Office.
This empty room represents an office in the Barber-Colman Company in Rockford IL.
Work Stations at Barber-Colman.
This empty room is filled with tables and work stations at the Barber-Colman Company in Rockford IL.
Barber-Colman Offices.
The open doors in these rooms depict different office spaces within the Barber-Colman Company in Rockford IL. Note the operator's switchboard in the photo's left portion.
Barber-Colman Power Plant.
A photograph depicting the Barber-Colman Power Plant built in 1903. This photo appeared in the Barber-Colman Association (BCA) News Vol. 12, No. 8, page 6.
Barber-Colman Company, Sections 9 and 4.
These buildings represent Barber-Colman Company's Sections 9 and 4.
Barber-Colman Buildings.
These buildings are part of the Barber-Colman Company manufacturing complex located at River and Loomis Streets in Rockford IL.
Barber-Colman Company, Section 5.
This black and white photograph shows Section 5 of the Barber-Colman Company manufacturing complex located at the Loomis and Rock Streets site in Rockford IL.
Section 5, Barber-Colman Company.
This scene depicts Barber-Colman Company's Section 5 buildings.
Invest in Liberty Bonds, Barber-Colman.
This sign on the grounds of the Barber-Colman Company in Rockford IL during World War I reads, "Invest Your Savings in Liberty Bonds. Every dollar you subscribe here means two for Uncle Sam. Watch the hand go-round. The eyes of Germany are upon us.…
Barber-Colman Warp-Tying Machine.
A photograph displaying Barber-Colman Company's warp-tying machine, which received a patent on November 25, 1913.
Barber-Colman Machines.
A view of the factory floor at the Barber-Colman Company. These machines may be hobbing machine assemblies. Note the belt drives extending down from the ceiling.
Barber-Colman Machines on the Factory Floor.
This view of a factory floor at the Barber-Colman Company shows drill presses visible on the right and bases for warp-typing machines at rear left.
Barber-Colman Company Spooler.
A photograph depicting a large Barber-Colman spooler, which the sign in front states is "machine No. KK No. 6."
Woman Demonstrating Hand-Knotter.
The woman in this black and white photograph is using a Barber-Colman hand-knotter, patented on April 23, 1901. Notice the woman's elaborate hair, dress, and jewelry. This picture appeared in the Barber-Colman Employee Association Yearbook, "Knots,"…
"Girls Spread for the Boys, August 27 (1917)."
The women (left) have prepared a meal for the men seated at the table in Barber-Colman's dining hall. This photograph was printed in the Barber-Colman Association (BCA) News, Vol. 1, No. 3, page 6.
Joseph Behr & Sons Picnic.
This photograph, showing a large group of people in a park-like setting, is labeled, "2nd Annual Picnic, Jos. Behr & Sons. Aug. 4, 1945."
Benjamin Behr.
A black and white photograph of Benjamin Behr, son of Joseph Behr, with pen in hand at his desk.
Philip Behr.
A black and white photograph of Philip Behr, son of Joseph Behr. A gold name plate bearing his name is attached to the back of the photo.
Sketch of Joseph Behr.
A black and white drawing of Joseph Behr. Behr immigrated to the U.S. from Russia in 1902, founding his recycling company in 1906. Earlier, though, he began by pedaling wares from a horse-drawn wagon on Chicago's famed Maxwell Street before settling…
Behr Machinery & Equipment.
This color photograph displays the interior of Behr Machinery and Equipment Company, located at 501 18th Avenue in Rockford IL. The room holds machinery on the floor and pictures of machinery on the walls.
Behr Machinery Plant.
A color photograph showing Behr plant machinery and workers on the floor.
Behr Company Office and Workers.
This color photograph displays workers in the offices of the Behr Machinery and Equipment Company.
Behr Paper Company.
A color photograph depicting the Behr Paper Company building at the corner of Cedar and S. Main Streets in Rockford IL. Notice the Amoco gas station to the right using the Standard "torch & oval" logo on the sign by the street. Also, street signs…
Behr Machinery and Scrap Metal.
A crane with an industrial magnet is seen picking up scraps of metal from a yard and placing them in a dumpster.
Behr Recycling Scrap Metal.
A worker with a hard hat walks past bundles of scrap metal outside the Behr Company.
Behr Recycling Scrap Metal.
A worker wearing a red hard hat directs a crane with an industrial magnet picking up scrap metal. Note the "Joseph Behr & Sons" name on the side of the huge dumpster.
Isadore J. Behr.
A black and white portrait of I. J. Behr, son of Joseph Behr.
W. F. & John Barnes Co. Interior.
A black and white photograph of W. F. & John Barnes Co. interior, located at 301 S. Water St. in Rockford IL, and specializing in "drilling machines, foot power lathes and woodworking machinery" according to the 1920 city directory. Three workers are…
W. F. & John Barnes Co. Exterior.
Eleven male workers and one female pose outside the W. F.& John Barnes Co. The third from the right may be Carl E. Johnson, machinist (see photo 93.78.10a).