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Shaving brush

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact212
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV971.5.50
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV971.5.50
Description
Handheld shaving brush with a white plastic base and tan bristles. Used for mixing and applying shaving cream.
Object History
This item belonged to George Jeffery served as a Constable on the Burnaby Police Force from 1912 - 1935. His patrolled the large Central Park District on foot, stretching from Boundary to Royal Oak and Marine Drive to Moscrop. Over the coarse of his duties, Constable Jeffery saw the need for recreational activities in the area. He founded the Burnaby Athletic Association which featured a competitive boxing ring and gym. In 1935, when the Burnaby Police became the British Columbia Provincial Police, rather than leave the community he chose to leave the force. George Jeffery then worked at the nearby Oakalla Prison Farm until retiring in 1945.
Category
03. Personal Artifacts
Classification
Personal Gear - - Personal Assistive Artifacts
Object Term
Brush
Marks/Labels
On the base of the brush "STERILIZED ADGER" "MADE IN" "CANADA" "PEERLESS" "PURE".
Subjects
Toilet Articles
Names
Jeffery, George
Oakalla Prison Farm
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Oakalla Area
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bag of corks

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact1328
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV971.37.106
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV971.37.106
Description
Beige, flour sack-type cloth bag filled with unused corks. Open at top. Stitching along sides. Some stains on cloth.
Object History
This item originates from the Central Park Pharmacy in Burnaby.
Category
05.Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology
Classification
Chemical T&E
Marks/Labels
no label found
Subjects
Science and Technology Tools and Equipment
Names
Central Park Pharmacy
Geographic Access
Central Park
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Maywood Area
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violet ray generator kit

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact5622
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV986.20.2
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV986.20.2
Description
Violet ray generator; box is black, silver corners, hinged lid, two hinged snap closures, black handle; inside lid is brown velvet with silver holders for glass tube attachments; plaque "CHAS.A.BRANSTON LIMITED"; in box left side is voltage dial, three black control knobs; right side is compartment for two cords, one with plug end, other with hollow brown bakelite? handle; with two discs on handles, two metal tubes, one roller with handle, metal rectangle, and red instruction booklet "THE BRANSTON VIOLET RAY HIGH FREQUENCY GENERATOR", illustrated; c. 1928
Object History
This is a Branston Violet Ray Generator. Branston’s claims were similar to those of other Violet Ray makers. Treatments are given for over a hundred ailments, ranging from abscess through appendicitis, colitis, diabetes, glaucoma, gonorrhoea, haemmorrhoids, impotence, laryngitis, mumps, pyorrhea, tuberculosis, ulcers, wrinkles and even writer’s cramp. Electrical medical devices like this one were popular for decades among physicians, irregular practitioners, and home users, who could purchase them through catalogs and drugstores. The machine plugs into an electrical wall outlet. A glass electrode plugs into the wand, produces a violet glow, and delivers a spark when touched to the skin. The strength of the spark, controlled by the voltage selector, ranges from mild to quite intense. Attachments could stimulate many body parts.
Category
05.Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology
Classification
Energy Production T&E - - Other Energy Production T&E
Object Term
Generator
Maker
Chas. A. Branston Limited
Weston Electrical Instrument Corporation
Subjects
Electrical and Magnetic Tools and Equipment
Occupations - Pharmacists
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Douglas-Gilpin Area
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Bumper

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact9714
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV985.2075.1
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV985.2075.1
Description
Chevy bumper for automobile, rusted.
Object History
Bumper of this type was sold at Wagner's shop in his fleet of bumpers but was not the style he patented. This item can be seen in the blacksmith's shop at Burnaby Village Museum.
Subjects
Transportation - Automobiles
Names
Wagner, Frank
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Maywood Area
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envelope

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact13092
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV985.4485.1
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV985.4485.1
Description
West Burnaby Pharmacy - Envelope. Olive green envelope from the West Burnaby Pharmacy on Kingsway and Sussex. The envelope has the store delivery number posted on the top for "Prompt Delivery". The pharmacy sells drugs, cigars, magazines, stationary and school supplies, chocolate, films and ice cream. There is also a developing and printing service. The envelope has two illustrations printed on it, one of a telephone in the top left corner and one of a mortar and pestle in the middle. The envelope measures 20cm (including flap) x 10cm.
Category
06.Tools & Equipment for Communication
Classification
Written Communication T&E - - Writing Accessories
Object Term
Envelope, Shipping
Names
West Burnaby Pharmacy
Geographic Access
Kingsway
Street Address
4687 Kingsway
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
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product package; cigar box

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact20892
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV976.14.43
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV976.14.43
Description
Box, cigar
Object History
This cigar box came from a family who settled in Burnaby in the 1920s,on 3512 Chaffey Avenue in Burnaby. In the 1921 census, William is listed as a poultry rancher. Their children attended Inman Avenue School in Burnaby.
Category
04.Tools & Equipment for Materials
Classification
Household Accessories - - Containers for Smoking & Tobacco
Object Term
Box, Cigar
Subjects
Personal Gear
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Maywood Area
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jewellery box

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact26932
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV974.63.35
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
HV974.63.35
Description
Box, for jewellery, wooden, with blue silk inside top and floral design on top; with drawer containing five compartments
Object History
Thi box belonged to a family who settled in Burnaby at 6611 Marlborough Avenue, Burnaby.
Category
03. Personal Artifacts
Classification
Personal Gear - - Personal Carrying & Storage Gear
Object Term
Box, Jewelry
Subjects
Personal Gear
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Marlborough Area
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controller

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact34179
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV991.45.66
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV991.45.66
Description
A brass and steel controller used for opening and closing cell doors at Oakalla Prison. The top is composed of a brass plate and is round in shape. A brass handle is present in the center of the plate and rotates to aim a pointer at any of numbers 1 to 9 and the letter A at the beginning of the numbers. The handle is spring loaded and can rotate whenever it is pushed down releasing it from a pin. Under this brass plate are two steel gears held within a steel frame all of which are held together with locking nuts. Markings on the top of the brass plate: "A" and the numbers in consecutive order from "1" to "9" . The numbers 7, 8 and 9 have been stamped in and appear to have been added later whereas the numbers "1" to "6" are present in raised format. The number "7" appears twice likely since the handle only locks at that point in between the two "7s" Markings on the small gear: "KANA" "NK 40B 15".
Reference
See locking photograph of locking system that this controller came from: Q:\51305 BVM Collections\51305-05 Acquisitions\_DigitalAssets\1991\1991_0045_0662_001.tif
Category
01. Built Environment Objects
Classification
Building Components - - Door & Window Elements
Object Term
Element, Door
Measurements
Overall measurements: Length: 24.8 cm Width: 22.5 cm Height: 18.9 cm
Subjects
Public Services - Correctional
Names
Oakalla Prison Farm
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Oakalla Area
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christmas lights in package

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact35607
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV993.53.20
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV993.53.20
Description
String of 15 Christmas tree lights, with cardboard holder and box; lights have patented bead holding lamps in position on tree, and connector on one end of string to plug in additional strings; holder keeps lights in place during storage; lid of box says, "NOMA" "15 Light DECORATIVE OUTFIT" "with 120 Volt MAZDA Lamps"; lid is red and yellow, string of coloured lights sep- arating sections; circle with enlarged bulb, "PATENTED BEAD..."; "EACH LAMP BURNS INDEPENDENTLY"; around edges, "No more searching..."; one end, "CAT. No. 3415"; three corners broken, "Price 5.50 ea." on lid in crayon
Object History
These items are from the Bailey family home at 6080 Kathleen Street (built in 1922) in the Central Park area. The lights are circa 1950s.
Category
05.Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology
Classification
Lighting Equipment - - Lighting Devices
Object Term
Light, String
Subjects
Holidays - Christmas
Lighting Devices
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Maywood Area
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dress

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact46563
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV004.21.6
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV004.21.6
Description
Dress, c.1920. Purple silk satin with lace applique on sleeves. High collar with bow, buttons centre front, slightly flared ankle length skirt. Bias side panels on skirt. This dress seems characteristic of an item that would appeal to its particular owner. Born in 1880, she is following 1920s trends somewhat with the straight cut and bias skirt inserts, but also staying true to the fashion of her youth that she is comfortable with: a high collar, longer skirt, scarf, and lace applique are all borrowed from her time in the belle epoque. Extending from the stand collar are two long ties that could be tied into a bow or square knot. Directly under this at centre front is the opening with thirteen self fabric covered buttons. There is a bust dart on each side front, and a welt pocket on each side front just above the hips. At a dropped waist, there is a somewhat flared gore on each side of the skirt that extends from side front to back. The skirt extends to just above the ankles, with a small double fold hem. Inside, the dress is unlined; its seams are finished with a whip stitch. The garment was likely made by its owner.
Object History
Object was inherited by the donor ca. 1974. She was given it by her mother, who had inherited it from her own mother, Elizabeth (Babb) Heaney.
Colour
Purple
Subjects
Clothing
Clothing - Costumes
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Maywood Area
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dress

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact46564
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV004.21.7
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV004.21.7
Description
Dress, c.1914-1918. White cotton pique. Calf length, three quarter length sleeves, buttons down centre front and up to neckline, waistband and cuffs. The tight collar is edged with a scalloped trim; the right side of the collar extends diagonally to the right, making a slight V neck, and turns down the centre front. The trim follows the line to the waistband. At each shoulder just before the sleeve, there is a pleat that opens up. On the front at the waistband, there is some gathering in the waistband, and some small pleats at centre back. On the bodice front right, there is a small pocket that ends in a triangle shape and is topped with scalloped edging. The sleeves are plain set-in, with fairly wide cuffs that turn up and are left open at the side. Down the whole centre front there is an opening. Each side has holes, but no buttons remain: on the right, regular button holes and on the left, small bound holes. The waistband is a two inch strip. Attached is the skirt in six slightly flared gores.
Object History
Object was inherited by the donor ca. 1974. She was given it by her mother, who had inherited it from her own mother, Elizabeth (Babb) Heaney.
Colour
White
Subjects
Clothing
Clothing - Costumes
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Maywood Area
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dress

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact46565
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV004.21.8
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV004.21.8
Description
Dress, c.1910-1913. Cotton lawn print in floral and checkered, with chiffon yoke, lace, and mauve satin silk waistband. Long tiered skirt, long sleeves, round neckline. The cotton lawn fabric has a white background with vertical stripes of black and white checkers; purple flowers with green stems intertwine around the vertical checkers. The neckline rounds into a slight V shape with a yoke of ivory chiffon on top of lace, which extends to the waistband. On the front and back right and left side of the bodice, there is a tab extending over the waistband from the bodice fabric, edged in lace. The bottom of the bodice is gathered to add some volume. The bodice is also open around the shoulders, edged with lace. There is a section of the main fabric underneath that connects to the lining. The sleeves are full length, with some volume. The cuff begins halfway down the forearm with a gathered lace ruffle. The cuff section is narrower, and ends with three snaps at the wrist and another lace ruffle. At the waist, there is a gathered mauve satin silk waistband, tacked on to the dress. The skirt is attached underneath in two tiers. The overskirt, attached to the bodice, has two somewhat flared gores and one godet on the right side seam from just above the knee to the calf. It also ends at the calf, and just above the hem there is a tiny band of drawn thread work embroidery. The bottom tier is attached to the skirt lining under the top hem; it is made up of four gores, all gathered. The lining to the dress is done in ivory china silk, and it extends into the sleeves. In the bodice lining, there are four bones to hold its shape: on in the centre front and back, and one on each side. There are six panels in the back and four in the front, all finished with flat felled seams. The centre front closes with hook and eyes, and the waistband is secured on top with snaps and a hook and eye; the left bodice tab is secured to the waistband with two snaps. The skirt lining is also china silk, closing down the left side front with snaps. The skirt also has a left side opening that closes with snaps. In each underarm there is a dress shield to protect the dress from perspiration. They each read: "Style 100 Trade Mark OMO. E. Y. 2. Odorless. No Rubber. Soak in cold soap suds, using good soap, scrub with a stiff brush, and rinse in clear cold water, shape carefully while wet, and dry thoroughly. Do not iron."
Object History
Object was inherited by the donor ca. 1974. She was given it by her mother, who had inherited it from her own mother, Elizabeth (Babb) Heaney.
Subjects
Clothing
Clothing - Costumes
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Maywood Area
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matchbox

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact50021
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV006.3.27
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV006.3.27
Description
Red and white paper match box The tray slides out of the outer covering. Outer covering features a red dragon "The House of / Chinese Smorgasbord / Dragon Inn." One side of the outer covering features a strike area the other " For Free / Home Delivery / 298 - 6481..." The other side of the outer covering " ...4524 E. hastings St. / N. Burnaby, B.C.".
Object History
Dragon Inn belonged to the Lee family. The Dragon Inn restaurant was located at at 4510 Kingsway, on the corner of Kingsway and Willingdon Avenue (opened in the 1970s) and later at Hastings Street near Willingdon (opened in the 1990s). The Dragon Inn was known for its exterior neon sign which was removed in 1997.
Category
02. Furnishings
Classification
Temperature Control Equipment - - Firemaking Equipment
Object Term
Matchbox
Subjects
Persons - Chinese Canadians
Advertising Medium
Names
Dragon Inn
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Maywood Area
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neon sign

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact83422
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV013.15.1
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV013.15.1
Description
Grocery sign The sign is from a neighbourhood grocery on Royal Oak at the Skytrain line: 6949 Royal Oak Avenue. The bulk of the sign is rectangular with a grocery bag and contents extending above the top edge of the sign. The words "M & B / GROCERY" are written in white text, with "GROCERY" highlighted in neon. The sign was suspended from a horizontal pole with a spear like finial that was mounted at the front of the roof or the store.
Province Made
British Columbia
Site/City Made
Vancouver
Subjects
Advertising Medium - Signs and Signboards
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Sussex-Nelson Area
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flour sifter

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact84014
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV014.8.3
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV014.8.3
Description
Flour sifter made of sheet metal. The outside has been painted a light green. There is a wire handle to sift the flour throught wire mesh on the inside bottom. "BROMERLL'S BEE PAT. NO. 1,759,995" is embossed on the outside .
Object History
Object was used by the donor's mother, Jean Alexandra (Butchart) Bradley.
Measurements
Measuements: 11 cm diameter X 14.7 cm high at the front edge
Names
Bradley, William Ernest "Bill"
Geographic Access
Wilson Avenue
Street Address
3020 Wilson Avenue
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Maywood Area
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postcard

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact84668
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV007.43.1
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV007.43.1
Description
postcard; black and white photograph of entrance arches to Central Park in Burnaby - [192-]. The postcard was published by the Gowen Sutton Company Limited of Vancouver, BC. Stamp in black ink on verso of postcard reads "PUBLISHED BY THE GOWEN SUTTON CO. LTD. VANCOUVER, B.C. / POSTCARD / CORRESPONDENCE_ADDRESS"
Object History
Souvenir postcard of Burnaby Central Park entrance arch.
Category
06.Tools & Equipment for Communication
Classification
Written Communication T&E - - Writing Media
Object Term
Postcard
Colour
Brown
White
Measurements
w: 14 cm h: 9 cm
Maker
Gowen, Sutton Company Limited
Country Made
Canada
Province Made
British Columbia
Site/City Made
Vancouver
Subjects
Structures - Arches
Documentary Artifacts
Documentary Artifacts - Postcards
Geographic Features - Parks
Geographic Access
Central Park
Imperial Street
Street Address
3883 Imperial Street
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Maywood Area
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postcard

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact84669
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV007.43.2
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV007.43.2
Description
postcard; Auto Tourist Camp - Postcard -- [1926]. Postcard with a black and white photograph; inscription in white at bottom reads: "Auto Tourist Camp, Central Park B.C." The postcard was published by the Gowen Sutton Company Limited of Vancouver, BC. Verso of postcard includes a postage stamp with King George in the upper right corner and is post marked Sept. 6 and includes a handwritten letter by "Violet" and is addressed to "Roseline Rondeau.../ Oregon".
Category
06.Tools & Equipment for Communication
Classification
Written Communication T&E - - Writing Media
Object Term
Postcard
Colour
Brown
Black
White
Measurements
w: 14 cm h: 9 cm
Maker
Gowen, Sutton Company Limited
Country Made
Canada
Province Made
British Columbia
Site/City Made
Vancouver
Subjects
Documentary Artifacts
Documentary Artifacts - Postcards
Geographic Features
Geographic Features - Parks
Recreational Activities
Recreational Activities - Camping
Names
Central Park Auto Camp
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
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matchbook

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact89161
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV017.37.8
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV017.37.8
Description
matchbook; red folded paper with gold ink text and illustration of a dragon; "Dragon Inn / 4510 KINGSWAY, BURNABY, B.C. / 4524 E. HASTINGS, BURNABY B.C." printed on face; "THE HOUSE OF / CHINESE SMORGASBORD / Dragon Inn / 4510 Kingsway, Burnaby . . . 435-4148 / 4524 E. Hastings . . . 298-6481". There are pink-tipped matches in the book.
Object History
Dragon Inn belonged to the Lee family. The Dragon Inn restaurant was located at at 4510 Kingsway, on the corner of Kingsway and Willingdon Avenue (opened in the 1970s) and later at Hastings Street near Willingdon (opened in the 1990s). The Dragon Inn was known for its exterior neon sign which was removed in 1997.
Category
02. Furnishings
Classification
Temperature Control Equipment - - Firemaking Equipment
Object Term
Matchbook
Subjects
Persons - Chinese Canadians
Advertising Medium
Thermal Tools and Equipment
Names
Dragon Inn
Geographic Access
Kingsway
Street Address
4510 Kingsway
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Maywood Area
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matchbook

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact89162
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV017.37.9
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV017.37.9
Description
matchbook; white folded paper with blue and red ink text and illustration of a dragon; "Dragon / Inn / CHINESE / Smorgasbord / EVERY DAY / 4510 KINGSWAY / BURNABY, B.C." printed on face; business hours printed on back. There are blue-tipped matches in the book; manufactured by "DAHL AGENCIES LTD, B.C. * CANADA MATCH TORONTO".
Object History
Dragon Inn belonged to the Lee family. The Dragon Inn restaurant was located at at 4510 Kingsway, on the corner of Kingsway and Willingdon Avenue (opened in the 1970s) and later at Hastings Street near Willingdon (opened in the 1990s). The Dragon Inn was known for its exterior neon sign which was removed in 1997.
Category
02. Furnishings
Classification
Temperature Control Equipment - - Firemaking Equipment
Object Term
Matchbook
Subjects
Persons - Chinese Canadians
Advertising Medium
Thermal Tools and Equipment
Names
Dragon Inn
Geographic Access
Kingsway
Street Address
4510 Kingsway
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Maywood Area
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Toolbox

https://search.heritageburnaby.ca/link/museumartifact89169
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV018.23.2
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV018.23.2
Description
toolbox; hand-made toolbox with pull-out interior drawer; wood with 3/4 fold-down lid, metal carry handle and lock hasp; steel hinges and two metal corners at top of box; white and black paint; unpainted wood interior drawer with small pull handle.
Object History
This tool box was made by donor's father David, who worked as a machinest at Heaps Engineering in New Westminster. David was born in Scotland in 1882 and immigrated to Canada. He lived in Spruce Street and Telford Street in Burnaby. His children atteneded Kingsway West Elementary School, South Burnaby and King Edward High School.
Category
04.Tools & Equipment for Materials
Classification
Multiple Use T&E for Materials
Object Term
Container, Tool
Measurements
L: 71.2 cm W: 20.0 H: 25.0 cm
Subjects
Construction Tools and Equipment
Container - Box
Woodworking Tools and Equipment
Historic Neighbourhood
Central Park (Historic Neighbourhood)
Planning Study Area
Maywood Area
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