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A group of people stand outside a building under a striped awning. The group consists mostly of men, with one woman visible. The men are dressed in casual, working-class clothing typical of the early 20th century. One man in the foreground is posing with his hand on his hip, looking confident and possibly engaged in a conversation or speech. The sign above reads 'Organized Labor,' suggesting the gathering is related to labor rights or union activity.
A person wearing dirty work clothes stands with their hands visible. The individual is wearing a dark jacket with a red stripe down the center, and yellow gloves covering their hands. The surroundings appear to be cluttered with various tools and materials in a workshop-like environment.
A rugged workshop setting with men working on metal structures outside and inside a large wooden shed. One man stands outside talking on the phone, while others are busy with metal doors and frames. The area is surrounded by dirt and debris, with a few buildings visible in the background.
A worker in blue overalls and a cap is placing a large cinder block onto a row of similar blocks, constructing a wall. He is wearing gloves and appears focused on aligning the block correctly, with a yellow spirit level in the background for accuracy.
A group of workers, primarily young men, are gathered around piles of fibrous material, possibly jute or hemp, in a dimly lit industrial setting. The scene suggests manual labor, with some individuals directly engaging with the material while others stand to the side. The space appears large and warehouse-like, indicating a factory environment.
A worker wearing a blue uniform and green gloves is standing in an industrial workshop. The setting includes large machinery, metal parts, and a heavy-duty hook hanging from the ceiling. The space has a utilitarian and industrial atmosphere with concrete floors and a high ceiling.