Orland Historical Society Photograph Collection
Orland Memorial Park Cemetery Cleanup
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| Object ID |
D-10 |
| Description |
A group of about sixteen men, women, and children gathered on the grounds of the Orland Memorial Park Cemetery located at the the northwest corner of 153rd Street and West Avenue in Orland Park. The group posed for this photograph while cleaning up the cemetery grounds for Memorial Day. The volunteers brought a picnic lunch and spent the whole day working. Of particular interest is the formal manner of dress for a work day. |
| Classification |
Cemeteries/Children/Cultural Activities/Death/Domestic Life/Religion/Clothing/Memorial Day |
| Condition |
Good |
| Date of photo |
circa 1915 |
| Photographer |
Unknown |
| Place |
153rd Street and West Avenue, Orland Park, IL |
| Print size |
3" x 5" |
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Last modified on: January 22, 2005
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