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Katanning Historical Society > Records

H.N. Wells Paper Bag

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c. 2005

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Overview

A white paper bag with red lettering. Between the two lines of red lettering is a logo consisting of a red circle a red top hat in the circle overlay with the outline of a glove and walking stick.

Historical information

This bag was retrieved from the business when it was sold by John Wells in July 2005. Paper bags were used to hold purchases by customers prior to plastic bags.

Details

Details

Registration number

cwa-org-202-HS2005.124a

Item type

Domestic Objects

Material

Paper

Width

49.5000 cm

Height or length

24.5000 cm

Inscriptions and markings

On the front in red lettering is "H.N. Wells & Co." Below the logo in two lines of red lettering is "MEN'S OUTFITTERS", "116 Clive Street, Katanning W.A. 6317 Phone 21 1985".

Year

Primary significance criteria

Historic significance

Social or spiritual significance

Last modified

Tuesday, 6 October, 2026

Completeness

94

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Courtesy of Katanning Historical Society.

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