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Blackjack or billy club, ca. 1919

Billy club used by Seattle police patrol officer, William J. Richmire, ca. 1919.
ID Number: 2015.62.1
Date: Circa 1919
Physical Description: 1 Nightstick; leather, metal; 9 in.H x 1.25 in.W
Credit: MOHAI, 2015.62.1
Subjects: Police and Law Enforcement
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