A colored photograph of a large extension ladder set up on a paved street. Title devised by cataloger. Text underneath photograph reads: "Jacob's Ladder." Research shows ladders like this were used by tree trimmers and photographers making elevated photographs, among other uses. Date approximated by cataloger based on style of image and what appear to be civil defense warning sirens on a pole visible at left.
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