Milk dispenser part

Object/Artifact

Saugatuck Douglas Historical Society

Name/Title

Milk dispenser part

Entry/Object ID

2024.22.65

Description

Milk dispenser valve branded "Norris." A chromed metal arm with rounded weight on one end and an attachment bracket with securing bolt on the other.

Context

This device allowed workers to dispense milk using only one hand and without having to open the refrigerator, thus keeping the milk at a more constant temperatur. The worker held a cup under the dispenser and use their forearm to lift the weight and dispense the milk. This part was found at the Douglas Root Beer Barrel when the building was being restored. The barrel served milkshakes.

Collection

Objects: historical artifacts

Cataloged By

Winthers, Sally

Acquisition

Accession

2024.22

Acquisition Method

Found in Collection

Dimensions

Width

3 in

Length

8 in

Location

Building

Garage, History Center

Condition

Overall Condition

Fair

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

Root Beer Barrel 1950-

Create Date

June 15, 2024

Update Date

June 15, 2024