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Object Name |
Knife, Hay |
Source |
Cedar Falls Historical Society |
Iowa History Era Tag |
Prosperity to the Depression (1897-1939) |
Chronological Tag |
The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930) |
Catalog Number |
2018.018.108 |
Credit line |
Cedar Falls Historical Society - Cedar Falls, Iowa |
Description |
This hay knife was patented September 5, 1899 and is stamped "THE AMERICAN." Its steel shaft was originally painted green, which is now mostly worn off. This knife has a four-piece blade with small serrated edges and an adjustable handle with one horizontal and one vertical grip. This knife was found in 1949 on the farm at 610 East Dunkerton Road, Black Hawk County, Iowa. For any use other than instructional resources, please check with the organization that owns this item regarding copyright restrictions. |
Additional Research & Sources |
This object may be used for lessons in: SS.K.17. Compare life in the past to life today. SS.1.21. Compare life in the past to life today within different communities and cultural groups, including indigenous communities. SS.4.25. Analyze the impact of technological changes in Iowa, across time and place. SS.4.26. Explain how Iowa's agriculture has changed over time. |
Primary/Secondary Source |
General primary source |
County Tag |
Black Hawk |
Subjects |
Agriculture Agricultural equipment Farm life Farming Farms Harvesting Hay |
Relation |
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Search Terms |
Agriculture Agricultural equipment Farm life Farming Farms Harvesting Hay |
Legal Status |
Copyright to this resource is held by the Cedar Falls Historical Society and has been provided here for educational purposes only, specifically for use in the Iowa Museum Association's "Teaching Iowa History" project. It may not be downloaded, reproduced or distributed in any format without written permission from the Rights Holder. For more information on U.S. and International copyright laws, consult an attorney. |
