Four new acquisitions: An ice box, a pump organ, a winnower, and a wooden dust pan with broom.

Photos by Seth Bixel

The first photo (above) pictures an icebox dated back to around 1910. The icebox was the predecessor of the refrigerator. Featuring two compartments, the upper box was used for a large block of ice. Cool air from the ice circulated down to the second compartment to keep food cool.

The second photo shows an extraordinary working pump organ. Dated to around 1900, the organ is ornate and in beautiful condition. Organs such as this were most popular in homes and small churches from 1850-1930.

Next is our SCHS President, Gary Wetherwill holding a winnower. A winnower is a machine used to separate grain from chaff. A winnower cleans grain by shaking or tossing the mixture into the wind. The actual process is called winnowing. This winnower dates back to the 1880’s.

Lastly, we have a unique wooden dust pan with a broom. The dust pan is dated around 1880.

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