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Gift of the Richard Welling Family, 2011.465.54 © 2016 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Typeset Drawer
Gift of the Richard Welling Family, 2011.465.54 © 2016 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Typeset Drawer

Original Owner (American, 1926 - 2009)
Mediumwood
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width x depth): 1 7/8 x 16 1/2 x 20 1/4in. (4.8 x 41.9 x 51.4cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of the Richard Welling Family
DescriptionLarge wood typeset drawer. The drawer consists of three main compartments which are then further divided into many small rectangular cubbies by thin strips of wood. The drawer has a metal pull on the front with embossed lettering that reads: "HAMILTON/ MFG. CO." A paper label on the right side of the drawer front reads: "36 pt Rerpo Script". Various symbols are hand written in black along the back top edge of the drawer. Lettering pressed into the top of the main partitions dividers reads: "NEW DEPARTURE/ PATENTED" and "THE HAMILTON MFG. CO/ TWO RIVERS, WIS". Metal picture wire is attached to the bottom of the drawer with two O-hooks.
Object number2011.465.54
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