Gift of of Linda Niles, 2013.87.0, Connecticut Historical Society, Public Domain

G. Fox Toilet Paper

RetailerSold by G. Fox and Co. American, 1847 - 1993

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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