Name/Title
Machine, KnittingEntry/Object ID
29.05Description
Master Knitting Machine. Material: metal, wood. Size: 15" W. x 42 1/2" H. Description: brass top cylinder supported by black iron tubular three legged stand; metal yarn hooks encircle top of cylinder head; hand operating crank on side regulates speed of knitter; brand name, "Master Machine by the Home Profit Co., Rochester, N.Y."; used by people in their homes to knit hosiery and socks especially for World War I soldiers.Context
Found in attic of Dr. Oeljen House, 331 N. State St., Waseca.Cataloged By
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Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
Machine, KnittingNomenclature Primary Object Term
Machine, TextileNomenclature Sub-Class
Textile Manufacturing EquipmentNomenclature Class
Textileworking T&ENomenclature Category
Category 04: Tools & Equipment for MaterialsCreate Date
February 23, 2006Update Date
November 21, 2024