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1983.10.8811
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Tending irrigation ditches in an orchard near Yakima, circa 1913
Order an ImageFarmers need a good and dependable supply of water to raise crops on the dry lands of eastern Washington. Native Americans and settlers began the practice of irrigating their crops with water from the six rivers that feed into the Columbia River. It would be impossible for Washington to grow its important fruit crops without such irrigation.
In this photo, taken around 1913, a man takes care of the irrigation ditches that bring water to fruit trees in an orchard near Yakima.
Webster & Stevens number: 15990
In this photo, taken around 1913, a man takes care of the irrigation ditches that bring water to fruit trees in an orchard near Yakima.
Webster & Stevens number: 15990
ID Number: 1983.10.8811
Date: Circa 1913
Creator(s):
Webster & Stevens, Photographer
Physical Description: 1 negative : glass, b&w ; 8 x 10 in.
Credit: MOHAI, PEMCO Webster & Stevens Collection, 1983.10.8811
Copyright: No Known Copyright
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