Employees in front of the H. J. Heinz Company Chicago Branch, Chicago, Illinois, 1913

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Artifact Overview

In 1869, H.J. Heinz began his career in the processed food industry selling horseradish out of his parent's home. His product line quickly expanded to include pickled foods, preserves, and condiments, becoming a household name by the turn of the century. This success allowed operations to expand with new branch factories built around the world.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Photographic print

Subject Date

1913

Location

By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center

Object ID

53.41.1170

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of H.J. Heinz Co.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)
Cardboard

Technique

Gelatin silver process
Mounting

Color

Sepia (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 10 in (including mount)
Width: 12 in (including mount)

Inscriptions

written on back: Chicago Branch / 342 N. Western Ave / 1913 written on back sticker: Member / Chicago Association of Commerce / General / Not Inc. / Photographing Co. / 542 S. Dearborn St. / Chicago