A History of Ford Motor Company's Carburetor Manufacturing Plant in Milford, Mi: With an Assessment of the Social and Economic Impact Resulting from I, Paperback/Ralph Frederick Mantela

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Description This publication documents the construction and operation of the Ford Motor Company's carburetor manufacturing facility located in Milford, Michigan. The carburetor plant and two power generating stations were constructed during 1937-1938 timeframe. The Milford facilities were part of Henry Ford's cherished "Village Industries." Also provided is information and photographs documenting the manufacturing processes utilized at the Milford facility along with details related to the products manufactured there. About the Author The author was born and raised in Milford, MI... literally in the shadow of Ford' Carburetor Plant. He walked across the Ford property and past the plant twice a day on his way to and from school. His father, uncles and neighbors assisted with the construction of the plant and subsequently worked in the plant as laborers for many years. Ralph was employed at General Motor's Milford, MI Proving Ground as an engineering technician for nearly 35 years and has been a resident of the community for over 70 years. This is the authors first book. His goal was to document Fords impact on the local community.