Contributed by Fryeburg Historical Society
Description
These scales were used by Dr. Kenneth Dore in his family practice in Fryeburg, ME. (1938-1974)
The largest baby Dr. Dore delivered weighed 11 lbs. and 7 oz. The smallest baby he delivered weighed 1 lb. 3oz. He put her in a shoebox and placed her near the wood stove to keep her warm. She was fed whiskey with an eyedropper to stimulate her system. Both "babies" are still alive and reside in Fryeburg today. (2006)
About This Item
- Title: Home Delivery Baby Scales, ca. 1938
- Creation Date: 1912
- Subject Date: circa 1938
- Location: Fryeburg, Oxford County, ME
- Media: Metal
- Dimensions: 18 cm x 2 cm
- Object Type: Physical Object
Cross Reference Searches
Standardized Subject Headings
- Tools
- Dore, Kenneth E., 1908-2000--Associated objects
- Physicians--Maine
- Medical equipment & supplies
- Country life--Maine
- Health care--Maine
- Scales
- Delivery, Obstetric
- Infants
People
For more information about this item, contact:
Fryeburg Historical Society83 Portland St, Fryeburg, ME 04037
(207) 256-3001
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