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A paper label used to identify rifle cartridge shell powder kegs.

Old type key formerly used at the American Powder Mill.

The paper mill was in operation from 1820 to the early 1880's located at what is now the corner of Waltham St. and Parker St. The Parker family owned and operated the mill for many years.

A certificate given to Charles Clark in recognition for his contributions "by effort and efficiency while an employee of this company in winning the Army-Navy Production Award for Excellence in War Production"

Used at the American Powder Mills to warn danger of explosives.

Map shows the function of the various structures used in the manufacturing of gun powder.

An advertising sign for the Powder Mills "Dead Shot Powder" product. This powder was manufactured by the American Powder Company at it's mills in Acton and Maynard.

A can used to hold powder manufactured at the American Powder Mills, Maynard.

A piece of a wooden box with the label "American Cyanamid and Chemical Corp. - American Powder Division - Maynard, Mass, U.S.A." Mr. & Mrs. Worsley Fardy were traveling in New Hampshire and saw this piece of a box at a flea market.

Five stencils used to mark cases and bundles at the American Powder Mills.