Pole vault, 1921

Negative no.A965. August 13, 1921. Image depicts a man participating in the pole vault, most likely as part of a "Field Day" organized by the Draper Corporation for Draper Corporation employees. He has cleared the bar and has almost landed in front of it; his pole is falling backward. Another pole lies on the ground behind him. Three men in hats and white or striped shirts sit on the ground observing the vault, most likely officials of some kind. A large crowd of spectators watches in the background. Founders of the Draper Company, brothers George and Ebenezer, were responsible for creating an integrated, planned community with innovative employee housing and recreational spaces and company events, in addition to employment. See also Negative 980, in this box. 5 x 7 in. See Collection 6612 P, Box 6, Folder 1, Item 965 for print of this negative.