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- 1868-1891 (Creation)
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1 parallel roller ruler, in timber box 11 x 64 x 6 cm.
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Administrative history
From 1850 the business was known as Flavelle Brothers, run by John and Henry Flavelle. John Roberts joined the brothers in 1868 when the firm became know as Flavelle Bros & Roberts. In 1891 Robert Sankey became a partner the firm. From that time the firm was known as Flavelle, Roberts and Sankey.
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John Riedel assisted in dispersing the Estate of Gertrude Langer.
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Scope and content
Karl Langer's parallel rolling ruler in timber box. Inscribed on the rule is: Flavelle Bros. & Roberts, Sydney & Brisbane. Possibly made between 1868 and 1891. The brass ruler features two rollers set into top and penetrating to underneath, double-edged rule, and a handle at either end. On the bottom of the lid "S.1" has been carved into the timber.
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Unrestricted access.
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- English
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- Langer, Karl, 1903-1969 (Subject)
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Created, Linda Justo, 24-Nov-2023.