Summary
Stirrup pump, one of two found in the large downstairs storeroom at Simpson's Glove Factory Richmond, in 1989.
According to Mr Arthur Atkins these stirrup pumps were bought and kept in case of emergency during World War II as a precaution against fires caused by incendiary bombs. Simpson's had an air raid shelter. A shield used by the Air Raid Patrol Warden was also found. Bottom of pump was placed in a bucket of water, secured by foot and hand pumped.
It was possible to buy the pumps from the State Emergency Council for Civil Defence, Victoria.
Physical Description
Cast metal, painted green with red handle. Comprises main body with parallel foot plate to hold the pump during operation. A handle extends from the top.
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Acquisition Information
Cultural Gifts Donation from Mr Alistair Mitchell, 1989
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Acknowledgement
Donated through the Australian Government's Cultural Gifts Program.
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Place & Date Used
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Classification
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
15.5 cm (Length), 66 cm (Height)
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Exhibition Collection Management
160 mm (Width), 660 mm (Height)
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References
1942 'Werribee Shire Council', Werribee Shire Banner (Vic. : 1911 - 1952), 18 June, p. 1. , viewed 07 Jul 2021, [Link 1]
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Keywords
Essential Services, Glovemaking, Leatherworking, Trades, Wars & Conflicts, Working Life, World War II, 1939-1945, Air Raid Precautions
