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2019.006.0001 - Cutter, Shingle
Iron cutter used to cut asbestos shingles. Tool embossed Gundlach Machine Co. First shingle cutter manufactured by Gundlach Machine Co. Shingle cutter restored by volunteer, Ray Renner 1/2019

Record Type: Object
2019.008.0002 - pin
1" small metal pin with the symbol of the American Red Cross on a yellow background. The pine has a tab at the top for attachment to a pocket, etc. World War II era.

Record Type: Object
2019.008.0003 - pin
1" metal pin with the symbol of the American Red Cross -- a red cross on a white background. The outer rim of the pin is yellow and imprinted in gold. It reads "American Red Cross Volunteer . World War II era.

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2019.009.0001 - poster
Framed political poster printed black on cream. Frame is black Top edge reads: VOTE THE Independent Ticket - Election: Tuesday April 2, 1929. Charles Stegmeyer for Mayor; Edward Eisenhauer for City Clerk, Fred J. Boettcher for Treasurer. 7 Aldermanic candidates listed along with 5 for Justices of the Peace and 5 for Constables. Bottom Edge reads: For Assistant Supervisors: 5 Poster carries the Union Bug

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2019.009.0005 - Sash
Knights of Columbus 4th Degree Regalia consists of two sashes of cream edged in a band of red, white and blue grosgrain ribbon. The sash includes a silver metal emblem including the initials TFMN (in random order) which is part of a clasp. and a stitched Knights of Columbus Emblem. A second 17" strip with safety pins at each end is included in the donation. It also has a stitched Knights of Columbus Emblem at the center and carries the maker's...

Record Type: Object
2019.010.0001 - Pattern
Pattern and mailing envelope for a child's plush animal - in needlework - A cat. Produced by Alice Brooks Designs and distributed from "Household Arts Dept. 159 West 14th St., New York, NY. Paper transfer pattern #7261 was for a "Snoozie Kitten". Instructions include material requirements, transferring pattern, cutting instructions, sewing directions and embroidery directions. Envelope mailed from NY with a one cent meter stamp #2662

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2019.010.0002 - Pattern
Pattern #3484 for a two piece trouser outfit with a sailor theme. Size 12. Pattern envelope printed both sides. Images to the front and material requirements and cutting instructions at the rear. Bottom of envelope includes a list of notions required. Cost .25

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2019.010.0002A - Pattern
Pattern #4137 for a two piece shift and skirt. Size Medium (12-14) Pattern envelope printed both sides. Images to the front and material requirements and cutting instructions at the rear. Bottom of envelope includes a list of notions required.

Record Type: Object
2019.010.0004 - Pattern
Pattern #5959 4137 for a three piece suit. Size 12. Pattern envelope printed both sides. Images to the front and material requirements and cutting instructions at the rear. Rear of envelope a list of materials required and required yardage. Rear back of envelope lists that Vogue Pattern Service is available at New York, London, Toronto, Sydner. Pattern printed in USA

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2019.010.0005 - Pattern
Pattern Image is of a pattern purchased from Schmidt-Wuller, Inc 113 E. Main St., Belleville, IL Pattern featured in record marked "Simple to Make" 11 Simplicity Patterns for women's clothing and one pajama pattern (Size 6 male child). Pattern envelope printed both sides. Images to the front and material requirements and cutting instructions at the rear. Rear of envelope a list of materials required and required yardage. Rear back ...

Record Type: Object
2019.010.0006 - Pattern
Pattern Image is of three versions of a knife pleated skirt #5069. Hip 33 and waist 24. Pattern envelope printed both sides. Images to the front and material requirements and cutting instructions at the rear. Rear of envelope gives a list of materials required and required yardage. Rear back of envelope: Butterick Company, Inc. New York, London, Topronot, Sydney Printed in U.S.A. Pattern printed in USA

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2019.010.0007 - Pattern
Pattern Image is of three versions of a straight lined "Misses" skirt #8159 waist 23. Cost of pattern .35 Copyright 1950 Pattern envelope printed both sides. Images to the front and material requirements and cutting instructions at the rear. Rear of envelope gives a list of materials required and required yardage. Rear back of envelope: McCall Corp. Made in U.S.A. Foreign Patents Pending.

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2019.010.0008 - Table, Dressing
Off White Linen Embroidered/Appliqued Card Table Cover. Curved edge of cover is edged in a green cloth strip 1/4" wide. All corners of the cloth are appliqued the same - three flowers with green An embroidered center in is a line pattern of very small flowers and leaves. Cloth is well worn but no holes.

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2019.010.0009 - Table, Dressing
Light taupe crocheted bun warmer/cover. The round wamer has a top which is crocheted and a bottom which is linen. 8 crocheted strips connect the top with the bottom. Each strip varies in width from 1/2" to 1". The crocheted top has a small circular rust steini and some repairs in thread have been made.

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2019.010.0011 - premium
Gold Metal Framed Thermometer . The 5" Thermometer is at the left of the frame. A winter cabin scene with a beautiful sunrise sky is either painted on the blass in reverse or is printed paper. The snow scene includes a snow covered road and a tree at the right.

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2019.015.0002 - poem
Framed tribute - Hand lettered poem - IN OBJECTS SINCE IT IS FRAMED Tribute is two paragraphs in length and is signed by Marie Hemmer Neff. Surrounding floral tribute also be Neff Undated

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2019.024.0001 - premium
Premium is a 5" circle of green soft rubber type material well used. Inscription reads: UNITY ADVANTAGE St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Belleville 234-2120, ex 1589

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2019.025.0001 - track section
Train Track from the John F. and Casper Yoch Coal Mine at Yoch Station Near Valhalla Cemetery). Coal company established in 1889. This track would have been located at the entrance to the mine loaded with a wood cart for transporting coal. Off trucked by Labor & Industry Volunteers

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2019.028.0002 - Indicator
Indicator tools are in a black suitcase. The lid is labelled in gold "Adequate Arc Indicator" and GENERAL ELECTRIC. The National Electrical Commission logo is also on the lid and is in gold. The indicator in the box has an electrical cord and two electrical socket covers. There is a fuse receptacle and a Flush Base Receptacle. There is a panel which indicates AMP use when the equipment is plugged in. The panel is called an "Anneter" per a ...

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2019.030.0001 - Saw, Band
Band Saw manufactured in St. Louis #120. 36" wheel. Photo reads: "A medium sized, light running heavy machine of new design, embodying many important improvements. Built for fine work and long service. Wheels 36" in diameter. The vertical guide bar is square and moves up and down smoothly and accurately. Saw blade up to 1 1/2" wide can be used.

Record Type: Object