This device is for measuring differences in temperature and was named for British natural philosopher John Leslie. It is considerably more sensitive than a standard thermometer. Physical Description: Wooden pedestal base, ivory-colored face,...
Phoebe Apperson Hearst (1842-1919) was the mother of William Randolph Hearst. On back of photograph, "Phoebe Apperson Hearst, early Lawrence Station Neighbor of John Eusebius Braly. :(ca)"