Quick Loader, Excellent Antique American Can Co. Dusting Powder Squeeze Tin framed quilt square though even in their day

though even in their day the company--owned by real estate magnates Herbert and Hartland Law-- seems to have been quite elusive about what their products did exactly

Plus I love that the one at left looks like a lion

7 1/2" t x 3 7/8" wide and deep

I are pretty sure these are WW era nautical signal flags

Quick Loader, Excellent Antique American Can Co. Dusting Powder Squeeze Tin framed quilt square though even in their dayThis one is all about the combination of form and graphics and language for me a proud quick loader, ready to squeeze and release! Made by the American Can Co. for dusting powder used for cleaning rifles I believe, with great lettering and what looks like an eye at the center of the label, which marks the spot to press it. Late 19th century. 4 1 2" l x 2 3 4" in diameter x 1 1 8". Good condition, sound and sturdy, with general wear and scattered light