Catchword: tom walkers
Part of Speech:
n.pl. The part of speech reflects that used in the
full entry, and not necessarily the part of speech as it is used in the quotation below.
Quotation: “Tin Can Tom Walkers.” Time was when tin cans were as useful after being emptied as they were before. Yesterday’s children used cans for many playthings—things like “tom walkers.” A good “tromp” collapsed the can firmly around the heel, where it clung tightly until kicked off against a curbstone.
Article or Document Title:
“The American Journal”
Author:
Jim Baker
Article, Document, Publication, Web Site:
Coshocton Tribune
Publishing Location:
Ohio
Date of Publication:
Apr. 29, 1961
Page Number:
6