Wrench, Monkey
Object number2015.33.2
Manufacturer
The L. and S. Company
OriginCleveland, OH
MediumMetal/Wood
Credit LineGift of Ronald J. Lotz
DescriptionGray metal adjustable wrench with rounded wood grip. Wrench mouth size adjusts by turning gear-shaped wheel at base of threaded post.Dimensions1.813 x 0.875 x 6.625 in. (4.6 x 2.2 x 16.8 cm)MarksStamped maker's mark on side of head "THE L.&S. CO. / CLEVELAND, O. / U.S.A."
Historical NotesTool used by Joseph M. Lejeune. Lejeune worked at Jones and Laughlin Steel Company in the South Side. Lejeune was born February 1875 in Alsacié-Lorraine, France. In 1886, he left France with his family and settled in the South Side of Pittsburgh. By age 13, he was employed as a water boy at J&L and continued working there for the next 55 years. He worked in steel production and fabrication.
Previous owner
Joseph M. Lejeune
(French, born 1875)
Related institution
Jones and Laughlin Steel Company
Subjects
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