Trumpet, Speaking
Object number94.51.336
Datec. 1850
MediumBrass
Credit LineTransfer from Carnegie Museum of Natural History.
DescriptionBrass fire department trumpet.Dimensions6 x 18.5 in. (15.2 x 47 cm)Inscriptions"24146/2" CMNH accession # near mouthpiece in black ink
Historical NotesCMNH transfer to HSWP, originally donated by James E. Wood, Sr. 5/11/1970. Given to Fire Chief Wood by former Pgh.City Engineer Risker. Kept at Mt. Lebanon, PA fire station before donated to Carnegie Museum.Label TextItems worn and used by volunteer firemen in political parades late 19th century.
Previous owner
James E. Wood, Sr.
Related institution
Vigilante Volunteer Fire Department
Subjects
On View
On viewC. and E. Marshall Company
1999
1847-1969