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Novelty Manufacturing Company Collection

Title: Novelty Manufacturing Company Collection

Reference Code: Mss-1802

Inclusive Dates: 1885

Quantity: 000.03 cu. ft.

Location: Sm Mss

Abstract: In 1881, Rudolph Schwab and Charles Sercomb established the Novelty Manufacturing Company, located on Clinton Street (now South 1^st Street). The company produced iron castings for a variety of goods, including coat hooks, hitching posts and drawer pulls.

Scope and Content: The collection consists of an illustrated catalogue from the company.

Access and Use: No restrictions

Language: English