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ruler

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Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV991.45.285
Repository
Burnaby Village Museum
Accession Code
BV991.45.285
Description
12 inch, wooden ruler made by the Acme Co. of Canada. Marked in inches on one side and centimeters on the opposite side. Written on the centimeter side with black felt marker is, "Baitz 1 800 I Escape"; Both ends and top edge of the ruler have been stained with ink. There are small gouges at one end.
Object History
Salvaged from Oakalla Prison Farm site in October 1991
Marks/Labels
"Acme Made in Canada" printed on inch side of ruler. "Baitz 1 800 I Escape", written in felt pen on centimeter side of ruler. Face of ruller marked out in inches up to 12 Reverse of ruler marked out in centimeters up to 30.
Subjects
Public Services
Public Services - Correctional
Weights and Measurements Tools and Equipment
Names
British Columbia Gaol Service
Oakalla Prison Farm
Images
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