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Object number2005.121.1

Datec. 1936

MediumMetal/paint

Credit LineGift of Douglas Strawser

DescriptionRectangular brass flood marker or high water marker. Two holes on either end for attaching to building. Front side has text including maker, date, and flood information.Dimensions2.75 x 12.25 x 0.25 in. (7 x 31.1 x 0.6 cm)
InscriptionsFront side reads: "HIGH WATER [logo with letters "D, L, C, o" superimposed] ELE. 74122 / FLOOD STAGE / MARCH - 18 - 1936 - / U.S. GUAGE [sic] PGH. 46.0 FT."
MarksFront side has maker logo with letters "D, L, C, o" superimposed.
Historical NotesHigh water marker to indicate water levels from the flood of 1936. Marker belonged to Douglas Strawser.

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