1949 Press Photo Jack Reichart Makes Emergency Iron

1949 Press Photo Jack Reichart makes emergency iron lung in Muncie, Indiana This is an original press photo. Iron Lung from Alcohol Barrels. Jack Reichart, manufacturer of Muncie, Indiana, looks with pride at emergency iron lung fashioned recently in his shop from alcohol barrels. Workmen, contributing their time, completed it in 10 hours, using a vacuum cleaner (underneath big cylinder) for power. It was rushed into service to help a polio case in a Muncie hospital.Photo measures 8.25 x 6.75inches. Photo is dated 8-1-1949. Part Number: pio40064 Please look at the images below carefully to determine the condition of this vintage photograph, as it may not be in perfect condition. It may contain wrinkles, cracks, and possibly even tears due to its age and how it was handled before it got to us.  A scanner may see a photograph differently than human eyes will, so it is possible that the actual photograph may be slightly darker or lighter in person. This vintage photograph is offered for sale as a collectible item and conveys no transfer of copyright. PHOTO FRONT PHOTO BACK Sell Smarter with Kyozou. Inventory and Ecommerce Management

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