Nightstick
Object number
19.7
Creator
Unknown
Date
1821 – 1871
Description
Nightstick made of wood w/ a hole near the top of the handle, evidently for a strap or cord for hanging it. It was used by William Henry Cranston (1821-1871), Mayor of Newport, 1857-1866.
Materials
wood
Credit Line
Gift of Miss Douglas
Object Type
nightsticksSubjects
Police, City of Newport Related People & Organizations
Cranston, William Henry (associated)