1938 Construction of Ceiling Board Nailers in Missouri

In May 1938, workers construct ceiling board nailers at Southeast Missouri Farms in New Madrid County, Missouri. The image illustrates the use of a wooden jig, a common tool in woodworking that ensures precision in assembly. This photograph forms part of the FSA/OWI Collection, which documented agricultural practices and rural life in the United States.

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