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ACME Whistle, early 1900s

“The Acme Thunderer” whistle was produced by J. Hudson & Co. of Birmingham. Introduced as the world’s first sports whistle in 1884, it was renowned for reaching a high decibel level. This is originally believed to be a police whistle but was used for sporting events.

Museum reference:

COTSL-1992-127-2

Associated with:

Originally believed to be a Police whistle but may have been used for sporting events

Materials:

metal

Inscriptions:

On front, THE ACME THUNDERER

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ACME Whistle, early 1900s

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