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Pewter, Iron, and Leather Trades In Early Washington
Working People of Washington's Time describes pewter ware made by pewter workers for George including eating utensils and spoons. Blacksmiths forged pots pans tools and horseshoes from iron. Bootmakers crafted shoes saddles and harnesses. George wore identical left and right shoes. Candles were produced by dipping wicks in tallow.
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