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Canada - Hamilton Bay - Ice Harvest - Sawing ice sheet
Canada - Hamilton Bay, Ontario - Ice Harvest - Sawing ice sheet Date: 1912
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Hamilton Harvest Harvesting Mar17 Ontario Sawing Saws Sheet Technique
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1. Title: "A Winter's Work: Ice Harvesting at Hamilton Bay, Ontario, 1912" 2. Description: This photograph captures the essence of the harsh yet beautiful Canadian winter as seen through the eyes of the intrepid workers at Hamilton Bay, Ontario, in 1912. The image portrays a dedicated team of laborers, bundled up against the cold, as they meticulously saw through a large, crystalline ice sheet. The scene is set against the backdrop of the frozen bay, its surface shimmering under the winter sun. 3. Context: Ice harvesting was a significant industry in Canada during the early 1900s, particularly in regions with abundant natural ice resources like the Great Lakes. The process involved cutting large blocks of ice from the frozen water, storing them in insulated ice houses, and transporting them to various destinations for use in refrigeration and preservation. This labor-intensive technique required a great deal of skill, strength, and determination, as the workers had to contend with the harsh winter conditions. 4. Technique: In this photograph, the workers are seen using handsaws to carefully cut the ice sheet into manageable blocks. The saws, with their distinctive curved blades, are expertly wielded, their teeth biting into the crystalline surface with a satisfying crunch. The workers' faces are focused and determined, their hands gloved and calloused from the daily grind. 5. Significance: This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing a window into a time when the rhythms of the natural world dictated the pace of industry and daily life. It also highlights the ingenuity and resilience of the human spirit, as the workers braved the elements to harvest the precious resource of ice. Today, this image stands as a testament to the rich history of Canada's industrial past and the enduring allure of the winter season.
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