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Shot on 8mm film in 1937, this vintage home movie captures two men working at a construction site in Sacramento, California. One man sits on a concrete block operating a tool, while the other bends over, digging into the earth with a shovel. Both wear caps, long-sleeved shirts, and trousers, typical of the era. The scene is set outdoors with natural light, showing a mix of dirt, construction materials, and greenery in the background. The footage exhibits classic Super 8 grain and color saturation, offering authentic archival footage of mid-20th century labor.
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