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Gift of of Linda Niles, 2013.87.0, Connecticut Historical Society, Public Domain
G. Fox Toilet Paper
Gift of of Linda Niles, 2013.87.0, Connecticut Historical Society, Public Domain

G. Fox Toilet Paper

RetailerSold by G. Fox and Co. American, founded 1847
Date20th century
MediumPaper, tissue
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (diameter): 4 1/2in. (11.4cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of of Linda Niles
DescriptionWrapped roll of G. Fox labeled tissue toilet paper. Roll of toilet paper covered with off-white paper wrapping. This wrapping has maroon text across it with a maroon border across the bottom. Printed across wrapping on opposite sides, "FOXCO / ACCURACY / EST. G F Co 1847 / DUAL TISSUE / 70.31 SQ. FT. 500 2 PLY SHEETS 4 1/2 IN. x 4 1/2 IN."; printed across bottom maroon border, "DISTRIBUTED BY / G. FOX & CO., HARTFORD, CONN. 06115 / A DIVISION OF THE MAY DEPARTMENT STORES COMPANY".
Object number2013.87.0
InscribedPrinted across toilet paper wrapping, "FOXCO / ACCURACY / EST. G F Co 1847 / DUAL TISSUE / 70.31 SQ. FT. 500 2 PLY SHEETS 4 1/2 IN. x 4 1/2 IN. / DISTRIBUTED BY / G. FOX & CO., HARTFORD, CONN. 06115 / A DIVISION OF THE MAY DEPARTMENT STORES COMPANY".
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