Hopefully, this item wasn’t too hard to guess since its shape is one we are all familiar with, well at least with its current counterpart. Yes, it’s an antique wooden commode. Few household items have undergone such a drastic transformation as the humble wooden commode. From the original chamber pot to its modern incarnation as a stylish piece of furniture, the wooden commode has a fascinating history that spans centuries.
Do you recognize this photo? The Sumner County Historical & Genealogical Society is hoping for some assistance in identifying the children captured in this intriguing photo. Believed to be from the 1908-09 class at Oxford School, these faces hold a piece of local history. If you have any information, please reach out to them at schgs@ sutv.com or call 620-4404245. Your contribution could help piece together a piece of the past! The office is open to the public every Tuesday from 10am to 4pm.
Wellington 2022 graduate Stellar Young, a Cowley College sophomore has been recognized as the April Student of the Month for her exceptional leadership both in her classes and on campus. Young is a Fine Arts Major who is grateful to her Mom, siblings and friends here at home for their support.
Hey, hey! Our previous week’s item, the birthing chair, was somewhat of a precursor to this week’s item. This is an antique wood rocking “Nanny Bench”.
The Sumner County Farm Bureau Association is hosting a gathering to give residents the opportunity to meet with local legislators on Tuesday, April 16th at 11am in the Short Community Room on the Cowley College Sumner Campus.
Hey there! This item may look like an ordinary, albeit odd-shaped chair, its use was built just for females. It is a birthing chair.
Question: My mother’s friend has a lot of plants in her home.They always look great and make me feel like I ’m on vacation. How do I achieve this in my home? GH: Plants are truly amazing and can easily add character and life to any room of your home.
The Wellington Public Library and the Wellington Area Chamber of Commerce/CVB have teamed up to host a Community Resource Fair next Thursday, March28 th at Memorial Auditorium from4-6 pm. Residents will have the opportunity to connect with individuals that can answer questions and provide assistance on a number of different programs including those related to healthcare ,employment, food and utility assistance, and pet resources.
Howdy there! Did this odd apparatus leave you fried? This is an antique potato cutter, optimally designed for cutting seed potatoes for planting. Since we are past St Patrick’s Day, perhaps some of you have already planted your seed potatoes.