2010.037.001

Lamp, Railroad

Switchstand lantern with square shaft bottom mounting bolted onto lantern
Bullseye lenses, 13 cm diameter, alternating red, green, red, green
Lenses have 25 cm targets attached, alternating red, green, red, green
Metal with handle, painted black, kerosene oil
Rain shield embossed 'THE ADLAKE NON–SWEATING LAMP CHICAGO'
Latch allows top to open to access burner
Chimney included inside, perforations assisted in air flow for smooth and even burning
Embossed inside 'USE KEROSENE OIL ONLY
THE ADAMS & WESTLAKE COMPANY
NEW YORK–PHILADELPHIA–CHICAGO'
23 cm x 40 cm

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