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Description
According to library lore, this box and beans were used by the Maine Historical Society's librarians to keep track of patron attendance.
The white beans represented members' visits; the black beans represented non-members' visits.
About This Item
- Title: Maine Historical Society Library attendance box, ca. 1900
- Creation Date: circa 1900
- Subject Date: circa 1950
- Location: Portland, Cumberland County, ME
- Media: Wood, brass
- Dimensions: 4 cm x 20 cm x 10 cm
- Local Code: 1997.1.3
- Object Type: Physical Object
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(207) 774-1822 x230
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