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Oyster can used by H. B. Kennerly & Son, Inc.

1935-1950

Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Washington, D.C., United States

An eight ounce tin can for the Maryland House brand of oysters distributed by H. B. Kennerly & Son, Inc. The can is white with red and black text. On the front of the can in the top half is the brand name “Maryland / House” in black, stylistic font. Behind the text on the front is a light gray graphic of a house with a large, two-story portico. Below the graphic in red block text is “FRESH / OYSTERS” with the net contents of the can printed below that. On the left side of the can printed in red and black text is “PERISHABLE / KEEP / REFRIGERATED / DISTRIBUTED BY / H. B. KENNERLY & SON, INC. / NANTICOKE, MD. 21840 / SEE LID FOR SIZE DESIGNATION.” On the back of the can is a recipe for sauteed oysters. The top of the can includes a clear plastic top.

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  • Title: Oyster can used by H. B. Kennerly & Son, Inc.
  • Date Created: 1935-1950
  • Physical Dimensions: H x W x D: 2 × 3 9/16 × 3 9/16 in. (5.1 × 9 × 9 cm)
  • Subject Keywords: Cooking, Communities, Labor unions, Dinners and dining, Business
  • Medium: metal, plastic
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