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Folding Bench Wringer ....Eatonia...(T.Eaton)

By Ronnie Reed, 20 August, 2009
Description

This Folding Bench Wringer was used by people to wring out their clothes after hand washing in a pot. After wringing out the clothes people probably placed them in a pot on the other side of the wringer. The Wringer was evidenly made and sold in Canada by the T. Eaton family and probably marketed as the "Eatonia" which is stamped on the item near the wringer. The item also has stamped or printed the words..."Folding Bench Wringer". The item has wome other words that involve the use/mechanisms of the unit.

Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
Mostly Wood with metal strengtheners...etc.
Distinguishing marks
Printed..."Folding Bench Wringer", Eatonia, The Eaton Limited, Canada.
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
48 in (H) by 45.5 in. (L) by 17 in.(W) Turning handle is 11.5 in.
Date Period
Late 1800's...early 1900's ?
Weight
30 to 40 lbs.
History
T. Eaton's family opened a mercantile business in the 1800's and I think this item was sold and possibly made by the family in their stores.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
$25.
For Sale?
No
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