Cancelled Ford Sales Agreement for R.M. Gifford and Company, Seneca Falls, New York, March 22, 1921
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Artifact Overview
Though it operated some direct-sales offices in major cities, Ford Motor Company sold most of its Model T cars through franchise agreements with independent dealers. Each franchisee received the right to sell Ford cars within a specific territory. Ford encouraged dealers by offering discounts and rebates to high sellers. But low-selling dealers risked losing their territories.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Agreement
Date Made
22 March 1921
Subject Date
22 March 1921
Creators
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
64.167.76.161
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Handwriting
Printing (Process)
Typewriting
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 11 in
Width: 8.5 in
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