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[ New Search ] Distributing Food and Clothing Location : Springfield, MA Date : Sep, 1938 Agency : WPA Owner : NARA (SPB) Medium : B&W Photo Control Number : RG 69-26-17539 Enlarged Image Description : Photo showing distribution of food and clothing to refugees at the Surplus Commodities Distribution Center. Clothing contributed by WPA sewing rooms in 19 towns. This center is serving 7,000 families or 28,000 persons. Labor 50% WPA, 50% Springfield welfare. Listed Under: [Production and Distribution of Goods][Surplus Commodity Stores][Miscellaneous Stores]