18 March 2016 Farm Collector
Corren’s dad, Scott, introduced him
to the old iron hobby. “He’s always been part of the Albert City show, so I trailed
along,” Corren says. “When I was 10, I began working with the food service op-
eration, making sure the stands got ev-
erything they needed. Because I was there a week early, I also helped get equipment
out and ready to go. That was fascinat-
ing to me, because there were things I’d never seen, and because I’m interested in
history, this was an outlet for me to see
this part of history. Now that I’m work-ing with the trolley rides and explaining
what’s going on, it’s another chance to share the history that’s so important to
remember.”Perspective
NEW
RESTORATION OF 1922 THRESHER
GIVES IOWA YOUTH A
CLEAR VIEW OF OLD IRONC
orren Olson stays busy during his local Albert
City, Iowa, Threshermen and Collectors Show,
keeping concession stands stocked with food
and beverages, driving trolleys and explaining
displays to show-goers. He also has a unique display there:
a 1922 Wood Bros. Humming Bird thresher with one side
removed, allowing a full view of its interior mechanisms.
He even rigged up a small motor to run the walkers so
people could see how they worked. Fortunately, he has
energy to burn: Corren is just 18 years old.
124By Bill Vossler