Original Owner
John W. Lamb
Nightstick
1830-1835
Place madeNew York, United States, North America
Wood
Overall: 22 5/8 x 1 1/4 in. ( 57.5 x 3.2 cm )
Gift of Miss Anna G. Ferris, Miss Katherine l. Ferris, and Mr. Gilbert B. Ferris
1947.49
This nightstick belonged to John W. Lamb, Assistant Alderman for New York City's 7th Ward in 1834, and Alderman of the 7th Ward in 1835.
DescriptionStraight baton style wooden nightstick, slightly narrower at handle end beneath hole bored through the center for strap handle (missing).ClassificationsPOLICE AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
