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.On View
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Dr. Cyrus Pendleton
Dr. Cyrus Pendleton
late 19th century
1948-1960
1948-1960
