Browse Items (17 total)

The "Talbot" Axe, Backus-Page House Museum

Rusty axe head. The end not used for cutting is banged up possibly used for pounding things in? Wooden handle, curved slightly in design.

Tags: 1800s, Settler, Talbot

The Land Deed, Backus-Page House Museum, December 23, 1840

This land deed is dated 23rd day of December, 1840 at Port Talbot to John McLean, Yeoman for 3 farthings. Northeast Quarter of Lot Two, Concession…

Tags: 1800s, Settler, Talbot

The Necessary, Backus-Page House Museum

Porcelain bowl. No designs. Small handle on the side for easy carrying/dumping of contents. Used to relieve oneself during the night instead of…

Tags: 1800s, Settler, Talbot

The Orchard

Talbot's orchard included apples, pears, plums, cherries, and wild strawberries.

Tags: Garden, Orchard, Settlers, Talbot, Trees

The Orchard

Talbot's orchard included apples, pears, plums, cherries, and wild strawberries.

Tags: Garden, Orchard, Settlers, Talbot, Trees

Wash Board, Backus-Page House Museum

Washboard- A replica used for educational/demonstration situations. Long wooden paddle-like object. Has horizontal grooves across one side of the…

Writing, Backus-Page House Museum

Clay inkwell. Glazed an orange colour. Small opening at the top from a tiny spout where a wuill would sit in. Has little to no design.

Tags: 1800s, Settler, Talbot