Uploaded June 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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This is a cat from a ball-toss game that was used in 1920 for sport at carnivals and fairgrounds. It is made from black harness leather.

Leather was a tough and long-lasting material that worked well for withstanding the wear and tear associated with carnival games that involved throwing balls, shooting targets, or other activities that required robust materials to withstand repeated use by numerous participants.

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