William Fischer Receiving a Gold Watch for Fifty Years of Service, H. J. Heinz Company, August 10, 1932

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Artifact Overview

Early on in his career, H.J. Heinz recognized that the success of his company relied on his employees. Heinz was at the forefront of the employee welfare movement, providing benefits and amenities to his workers, as well as special gifts to acknowledge their commitment. In this photograph, William Fischer receives a gold watch for fifty years of faithful service.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Photographic print

Subject Date

10 August 1932

Location

By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center

Object ID

53.41.1191

Credit

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

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Gelatin silver process
Mounting

Color

Black-and-white (Colors)

Dimensions

Height: 16 in (including mount)
Width: 12 in (including mount)

Inscriptions

written on front mat: William Fischer / Being presented with a / Fifty year faithful service / Gold Watch / August 10th 1882 / August 10th 1932
William Fischer Receiving a Gold Watch for Fifty Years of Service, H. J. Heinz Company, August 10, 1932