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Candlemakers at Work

ORIGINAL PHOTOS

Scenes from the 217 Alice St., Oakland, CA factory

TIMEFRAME

1970s - 1980s

Many of the jobs at Stone Candles, Inc. were paid in "piece work" -- come in, work for as much money as you want -- no shifts, no schedules, all vibes.

"If anyone takes issue with taking instruction from a woman, they will be summarily dismissed." - Elaine Mezzio, Co-founder

"I like a system where people can smoke a joint or drink a beer while they work," says employer French. "Who wants to sit around here all day?"

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