Ralph L. Tomlinson Toy Collection Photographs

 

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    Coverage

    1890-2011

    Description

    This truck was manufactured under license from Mack Brothers Company. It is heavy sheet steel and features a clockwork mechanism that manually operates the steam shovel through a metal crank and rope. It features rotating wheels, a rotating steering wheel inside the steam shovel tower and rubber wheels. This toy was most likely manufactured by Buddy L Manufacturing Company in the 1930's due to the trademark characteristics of this truck. However, the truck carries no manufacturer marks.

    Format

    Digital Photograph

    Source

    Ralph L. Tomlinson Toy Collection, "Learning Through Play" Exhibit in Leatherby Library

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    Keywords

    Chapman University, Leatherby Library, Ralph L. Tomlinson, toys, antique, antiques

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