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Gilson’s deed of purchase for Barrytown nursery, 1874. (1 of 2)

"This Indenture made this 21th day of May A.D. 1874,
Between . . . the heirs at law of Sarah Martin . . . and
Alexander Gilson . . . in consideration of Two Thousand
Dollars…

Gilson’s deed of purchase for Barrytown nursery, 1874. (2 of 2)

These shears could have been used for cutting grass or edging lawns. The slanted cutting blades allowed the user to edge without stooping.

These shears could have been used for cutting grass or edging lawns. The slanted cutting blades allowed the user to edge without stooping.

These shears could have been used for hedge cutting or lawn edging. One handle is missing.

This millstone is found on the banks of the Sawkill just south of the Oja house.