SUGAR NIPPERS: Years ago, sugar was sold to local general stores in one large chunk or “sugarloaf” as tall as 3 feet and weight up to 55 pounds.

A hammer was used to break the sugarloaf into smaller chunks, which were then hung from the ceiling (for protection from ants or rats) and covered with netting.

 These “sugar nippers” (which you can see in our Museum’s permanent General Store display) were then used by the shopkeeper to remove small pieces for individual customers.

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