Pole vault, 1921

Negative no.A980. August 13, 1921. Image depicts a man just clearing the bar of the pole vault, most likely as part of a "Field Day" organized by the Draper Corporation for Draper Corporation employees. Several men kneel or sit on the ground behind the bar, probably officials of some kind. Another competitor looks on as he kneels on the side on the right. Many spectators watch 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 965, in this box. 5 x 7 in. See Collection 6612 P, Box 6, Folder 1, Item 980 for print of this negative.