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Graphite Blocks
Graphite Blocks

Graphite Blocks

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Frank W. Zihala 1903 - 1955
ClassificationsTools
Credit LineGiven in memory of Frank W. Zihala by his son, Raymond F. Zihala
Object number2004.79.9a-f
NotesHistorical Note: The donor, Raymond F. Zihala (b. 1929), and his father, Frank W. Zihala (1903-1955), were both photoengravers, and they both used the tools in 2004.79.1-.9. Frank Zihala worked at Western Printing Company in Massachusetts, and he also worked in Derby, Connecticut. Raymond Zihala worked at Chemical Laurel Colorplate in Bridgeport, Connecticut.
Subject Terms
    On View
    Not on view
    White Block
    Frank W. Zihala
    Magnifying Glasses
    Frank W. Zihala
    Shears
    Unknown
    19th century
    Tool Box
    Francis Joseph Koppen
    about 1965
    Clock Repair Tool Box
    Albert G. Walker
    1850-1900
    Gift of John Boyd, 1844.32.0  © 2011 The Connecticut Historical Society.
    Edward White
    1717
    Gift of Susan Aller, 2012.191.0  © 20011 The Connecticut Historical Society.
    Stanley Tools
    Gift of Penrose R. Hoopes, 1957.20.58  © 2013 The Connecticut Historical Society.
    Daniel Burnap