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Tannery

Tannery

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Accession Number: VFII26
Category: Other Industry; Tannery
Description: Tanbark from hemlock trees was used in preserving animal hides. The bark was brought in from the woods in flat layers. It was crushed up and put into vats with the hides. There were tanneries in Parry Sound, Burk's Falls, Bracebridge and Huntsville.
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Source: PSPL
Physical Attributes: 19.7cm x 24.6cm; b/w photograph
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Keywords: tannery; industry; preserve; hides; animals; tanbark; hemlock; leather; drying; curing; commerce; trade; export; factory; business; process; building; Parry Sound; Burk's Fall's; Huntsville; Bracebridge;
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