Spruce Gum Box [Burnham, 1920-1940]

Utilitarian Object

Identifier:
OBJ.N.2013.14
Description
Blue, matchbox-sized container for "warranted one-half ounce pure spruce gum" labelled "H.M. Burnham Druggist, Old Town, Maine". On the lid it says "Manufactured by Whitney & Co., Box Makers, Leominster, Mass". Dried-out gum still inside.