Amberg Depot Exhibit : Milwaukee & Northern Railroad
Title:
Wooden shipping barrel
Catalog Number:
2021.3
Notes:
Stamped on top: Downing Box Co., Milwaukee, Wis.; BASS CK C, Westplant, BPT, Conn.

Stamped on side: Stratford Bakery, Stratford, Conn.
Description:
Wooden barrel with four metal bands
Size:
H-29 Dia-19 inches
KID TALK:
Often items sent on trains were sent in wooden barrels. Wooden barrels were strong and could contain liquids without leaking. What do you think may have been in this barrel?
Subjects:
Barrels
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