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Cotton, Dressing

Object number97.97.5

Datec. 1960

Mediumcotton, linen(?)

Credit LineGift of Christine Sheckler Koza

DescriptionDressing cotton wrapped in linen operating room towel and tied with three pieces of twill tape.Dimensions5 x 9 x 6 in. (12.7 x 22.9 x 15.2 cm)
InscriptionsWoven text in fabric towel "OPERATING ROOM".
Historical NotesDr. W. E. Sheckler used this along with his medical bag (97.97.4) when giving talks to teach youngsters about animal care. Dr. W. E. Sheckler was a small animal veterinarian in practice in Pittsburgh from the 1920s until his death in 1978. He made house calls along Fifth Avenue, had clients from all walks of life, served as vet for the Pittsburgh Zoo, was affiliated with the Western Pennsylvania Kennel Association, Animal Friends, and the Animal Rescue League.

Previous owner Dr. W. E. Sheckler (died 1978)

Related institution Pittsburgh Zoo

Related institution Western Pennsylvania Kennel Association

Related institution Animal Friends

Related institution Animal Rescue League

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