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Boot scraper at 13 Chestnut Street in Boston, photographed circa 1865–1914

12 Strange Features Found in Old Houses and What They Were Used For

Milk doors, speaking tubes, boot scrapers and other curious details once had everyday jobs. Explore twelve strange features in old …

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