Gift of Irving D. Moy, 2023.14.4, Connecticut Historical Society

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Spring Balance

MakerMade by John Chatillon & Sons Company American, founded 1835

Date1948-1960

Mediumbrass; iron; steel

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall length x width x depth): 18 3/4 × 3 × 2 1/4in. (47.6 × 7.6 × 5.7cm)

ClassificationsEquipment

Credit LineGift of Irving D. Moy

DescriptionA Chatillon's Improved Spring Balance (scale) used at Wing Lee Laundry in Bridgeport, Connecticut. It can weigh up to 100 pounds. The top has an O-ring, so the balance can be hung. The bottom has an S-ring, where clothing and laundry bags can be hung.

Object number2023.14.4

InscribedEngraved on front: "CHATILLONS / IMPROVED / SPRING BALANCE / NEW YORK"NotesHistorical Note: Moy Chack Fong immigrated to the United States from China in 1937 under the assumed identity of Ng Ming Joe, as a "paper son" to join his father, who purchased fradulent identification, in New York City. In 1948, he purchased Wing Lee Laundry located at 105 Congress Street in Bridgeport, Connecticut. For a detailed biography see Ms 102159 in the library collection.

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