15.18.3

Ensemble, Man's Trousers

1900 Approximate

Size: 16" x 43" L. Description: fine black wool trousers; black polished cotton inner waistband and five pockets; front fly closure with five black buttons in a hidden placket; six black waistband buttons for suspenders.

This ensemble consisting of frock coat, trousers and top hat was given to the donor's mother, Mrs. E. F. (Ethel) Johnson by a Mrs. Barry who was a neighbor on "Winter's Point", Clear Lake in Waseca; Mrs. Barry was probably related to the Hartleys of Waseca.