Tree rescue (Tree Trimmers Convention, Pasadena), 1952

5 images. Tree rescue (Tree Trimmers Convention, Pasadena), 1952. John Backlund; Jim Fowlie; Emery Cole; James Shannahan; C.S. Carr.; Caption slip reads: "Photographer: Richardson. Date: 1952-05-14. Reporter: Swaim. Assignment: Tree 'rescue', Tree Trimmers Convention, Pasadena. John Backlund -- 'victim', swinging 'unconscious' on safety rope after simulated accidental electrocution; Jim Fowlie -- giving artificial respiration to John Backlund while still in tree; Emery Cole, member of ground crew, beating rhythm with sticks for artificial respiration; John Backlund -- 'victim', being lowered to ground for further rescue work; John Backlund -- getting artificial respiration on ground from Emery Cole, while C.S. Carr (left) awaits turn, James Shannahan, foreman in background ready with first aid kit".