Convention Room at Main Factory Plant, H. J. Heinz Company, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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H.J. Heinz recognized that specific climates and soil-types produced the best crops for his pickled foods and condiments. He built factories close to where his crops were grown to reduce the amount of time between farm and factory, ensuring the best taste. The banners on the wall in this photograph note the location of Heinz factories across the United States.
H.J. Heinz recognized that specific climates and soil-types produced the best crops for his pickled foods and condiments. He built factories close to where his crops were grown to reduce the amount of time between farm and factory, ensuring the best taste. The banners on the wall in this photograph note the location of Heinz factories across the United States.
Artifact
Photographic print
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
53.41.620
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of H.J. Heinz Co.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Color
Sepia (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 9.75 in
Width: 7.8125 in
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