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From the Collection

Cheese knife

Historic Odessa Foundation, gift of Cheri W. Klunk
1845-1860
The wood water pump in front of the Historic Pump House c.1780 is indicative of the public nature of the center of town. The pump was a necessity for thirsty travelers who otherwise would have had to beg a drink from a resident or purchase it at a livery stable or tavern.