Primary Source of the Month

Inkwell

Before the ballpoint pen, students used a pen that they dipped in an inkwell for writing. The desks had a hole in the upper right hand corner where the inkwell was placed. The inkwell in the picture was made by the American Seating Company.

Have you ever used a pen that you dip in ink?
What are some other differences between schools of yesteryear and today?

Pioneer Sholes School