The Dexter Hog Oiler was patented in 1916 by William J. Marsh, who operated the Dexter Hog Oiler Company until he sold it to a Cedar Rapids company. Another version of the Dexter Hog Oiler may have been patented in 1918. Content can be used with the following standards: 4th Grade SS 4.26 Changes to Agriculture in a lesson how new technology impacted farming. Hog Oilers such as this one provided hogs with skin protection and protection against insects. When hogs sought relief, they would rub up against the machine, causing the wheel to rotate and pour oil onto their body. For any use other than instructional resources, please check with the organization that owns this item regarding copyright restrictions.
2018.009.052 [Oiler, Hog]
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