Student giving a shoe shine, Farmington Normal School, 1917

Contributed by Mantor Library at UMF

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Farmington Normal students pursued many opportunities to raise funds for the Red Cross during World War I. Penny drives and bake sales were popular fundraisers. One unique effort in spring of 1917 was shining shoes on the roof of Purington Hall dormitory.

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  • Title: Student giving a shoe shine, Farmington Normal School, 1917
  • Creation Date: 1917
  • Subject Date: 1917
  • Location: Farmington, Franklin County, ME
  • Media: Photographic print
  • Dimensions: 7 cm x 11.2 cm
  • Object Type: Image

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