Stump Buster
- Object Name:
- Stump Buster
- Creator:
- Unidentified
- Date:
- 1850-1900
- Dimensions:
- W-76 L-95 inches
- Description:
- This antique stump buster was the property of Mr. William B. Southworth, wool merchant and farmer, on Jacobs Lane, Norwell, Massachusetts. To use it, first cut an opening in the stump, in the center of it's diameter. Then charge it with black powder, seal it with wadding, and insert a long fuse in the fuse hole. Then insert it in the stump buster, cover it with sandbags and/or heavy stones, light the fuse, and get far away.
- Subjects:
- Agricultural machinery implements, Agricultural productivity, Agriculture, Cast ironwork, Ironwork, Logging, Tools
- People:
- Southworth, William
- Collection Name:
- Tool
- Item Number:
- 1950.424.01
- Type of Material:
- Objects
- Copyright Statement:
- For information regarding copyright, permissions, and reproductions contact the New London Historical Society
- Participating Organization:
- New London Historical Society
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