Prototype DeKalb AgResearch Corn Thermometer freemasons 75" dia shade

75" dia shade

Burdick eventually closed its doors in 1950

a round wooden seat

and a long association with Frankfort as a center of bourbon production

Cushion and frame remain structurally sound and the leather retains good suppleness

Prototype DeKalb AgResearch Corn Thermometer freemasons 75" dia shadec. 1980s; DeKalb AgResearch, Inc. DeKalb, Illinois Unique prototype promotional thermometer produced for DeKalb AgResearch. Designed in the shape of an ear of corn, the piece features DeKalb branding, a working Fahrenheit thermometer, and a blank imprint panel intended for dealer customization. According to accompanying provenance, this design never entered production and remained at the prototype stage, making it a rare survivor from DeKalb's