Hello ODK History Lovers

This photo from the Missouri Botanic Gardens depicts an early American lawnmower - the Coldwell.
The Coldwell Company and its mowers will feature in these History Forums because American-made
lawnmowers played a significant role in Australian vintage mower history. Their push-mowers sold
here from about 1880 and some Coldwell models were sold in large quantities. They are rare and
highly collectable today.

This particular machine, a Model G or H, was introduced in 1914. This photo dates from July, 1918,
and it was the first power mower in the Missouri Botanical Gardens.

[Linked Image]

HIGH RESOLUTION IMAGE

Before I continue the discussion, I would like you to have a look at the higher resolution image
of the machine (link below). Note the rugged handlebars and the reel and land roll clutches on this
water-cooled beast. Also note the water hopper, and oilers feeding the bearing journals.

By Missouri Botanical Garden [Public domain]:-HERE.

TO BE CONTINUED ...