Hatch cover from the 'Star of Alaska', before 1932

Name/Title

Hatch cover from the 'Star of Alaska', before 1932

Entry/Object ID

1991.10.1

Description

Acc. No. 91.10.1 Subject Category: Industries, Alaska Packers Date or Period: Before 1932 Object: Cover, hatch Description: Rectangular shaped canvas hatch cover with black (color) stenciled message "Forward," "Top" & "Star of Alask (a left out), S.F." The hem contains a series of metal rimmed circular openings with the original hemp ropes for securing. Size: L-75 3/4 x W-164 inches History of Object: Canvas hatch cover from the Alaska Packers ship "Star of Alaska." It was obtained by the donor in 1932. Acquired from: Harry Branchaud Date: 4-27-1991