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Stove

Object number1981.045.00
Date1899-1904
Mediumcast iron
Dimensions33 x 36 x 23 in. (83.8 x 91.4 x 58.4 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
Terms
    DescriptionEclipse gas stove - model 220 with oven above and broiler below. Four burners with oven above and broiler below. Detachable shelves. Cast iron with extensive ornamentation. Separate door for oven and broiler. Name, model and manufacture cast into front as part of decoration.

    Arkla Gas Co. sponsored a contest in 1939 to find the oldest gas stove in the area. The winner received a new gas stove (#90 Universal Range) and had their Arkla gas bill paid. This stove was owned by Birdie Riegler and was judged the oldest in the contest.

    Birdie Reigler won the contest. Related artifacts: 1981.062.00, 1981.063.00, 1981.064.01, 1981.064.02, 1981.064.03, 1981.065.01, 1981.065.02, 1981.067.00 (letter confirming age of stove).
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