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Image of Pen knife, ca. 1900
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Pen knife, ca. 1900

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This pen knife was owned by Emilie Peaslee, who graduated from University of Washington in 1910 and taught mathematics at West Seattle High School, ca. 1910-1957. Ms. Peaslee is a rare example of a woman who graduated from UW in the early 1900s and went on to become a professional in the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) field.
ID Number: 1966.3961.24
Date: Circa 1900
Physical Description: 1 Penknife; sterling silver; 3.125 in.H x .625 in.W x .25 in.D
Credit: MOHAI, 1966.3961.24
Subjects: Eating and Drinking

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