THE W & H CO + USA + NEWARK NJ = Whitehead & Hoag.

[New_Windsor_NY]

Recently, my visit to the post office produced this advertising, fob or key ring, pattern or style of pocket knife. It now becomes my most recent example to be posted under this topic or thread. It also becomes the most recent example to be added to my collection. It is a W & H, one blade, one tang stamp, 2 7/32" closed, all metal, advertising, fob or key ring, pattern or style of pocket knife. It has the curved or arched tang stamp, WITH the USA in the center. The main blade front tang stamp says, "THE W & H CO (over) USA (over) NEWARK NJ" The main handle side says, "AMERICAN SERUM CO. - SIOUX CITY, IA." It also says "PAT. PEND." just below the blade pivot pin. The other handle side says nothing, it is blank. This is my second, W & H, fob or key ring, pattern or style of pocket knife, that advertises this particular company, business, organization, product, holiday, event, etc. The main blade does NOT have a half stop. The main blade does have an OK opening snap. The main blade does NOT have a closing snap. Overall, this pocket knife is in GOOD condition. This pocket knife did NOT require cleaning at all.
I just wiped it off. I took some pictures and here it is.
Caption(s), if any, are on the BOTTOM of the corresponding picture(s).
Click on a picture to ENLARGE.

***** TRIVIA *****
Please see my post from back on Wednesday, March 6, 2024.

[New_Windsor_NY]

Recently, my trip to the post office produced this advertising, fob or key ring, pattern or style of pocket knife. It now becomes my latest example to be posted under this topic or thread. It also became the latest example to be added to my collection. It is a W & H, one blade, one tang stamp, 2 1/2" closed (not including the loop or ring), all metal, advertising, fob or key ring, pattern or style of pocket knife. The tang stamp is the curved or arched style, WITH the USA in the center. The main blade front tang stamp says, "THE W & H CO (over) USA (over) NEWARK NJ" The main handle side says, "Old Master - COFFEE." The other handle side says nothing, it is blank. Overall, this is my sixth, W & H pocket knife, that advertises this particular product, company, business, organization, holiday, event, etc. ALL of my other five, W & H, "Old Master" pocket knives, have been previously posted, under and throughout, this topic or thread. The main blade does NOT have a half stop. The main blade does NOT have an opening snap. The main blade does NOT have a closing snap. This pocket knife is in VERY GOOD condition. This pocket knife did NOT need any cleaning at all. I just wiped it off. I took some pictures and here it is.
Caption(s), if any, are on the BOTTOM of the corresponding picture(s).
Click on a picture to ENLARGE.

***** Trivia *****
Please See My Post, Under This Topic Or Thread, From Thursday, July 28, 2022.

[New_Windsor_NY]

Recently, my visit to the post office produced this advertising pocket knife. It now becomes my most recent example to be posted under this topic or thread. It also became the most recent example to be added to my collection. It is a W & H, two blades, two tang stamps, 3 5/16" closed, one spring, advertising, pocket knife. Both tang stamps are the curved or arched style, WITHOUT the USA in the center. The main blade front tang stamp says, "THE W & H CO (over) NEWARK, NJ" The secondary blade front tang stamp says, "THE W & H CO (over) NEWARK, NJ" The main handle side says, "EX-LAX - GIVES THE DRUGGIST A LIVING PROFIT." The other handle side says, "EX-LAX - A FRIEND IN NEED." It also has images or graphics of two EX-LAX, tins or containers. This is my seventh, W & H pocket knife, that advertises this particular product. My other six, EX-LAX pocket knives, have ALL been previously posted, under and throughout, this topic or thread. The main blade does have a VERY GOOD half stop. The main blade does have a VERY GOOD opening snap. The main blade does have a VERY GOOD closing snap. The secondary blade does have a GOOD half stop. The secondary blade does have a GOOD opening snap. The secondary blade does have a GOOD closing snap. Overall, this pocket knife is in VERY GOOD condition. This pocket knife is NOT showing any signs of outgassing at this time. However, I did quarantine it after I took the pictures posted below. This pocket knife did NOT require any cleaning at all. I just wiped it off.
I took some pictures and here it is.
Captions, if any, are on the BOTTOM of the corresponding picture(s).
Click on a picture to ENLARGE.

***** TRIVIA *****
Please see my post from back on Tuesday, August 9, 2022.

[New_Windsor_NY]

Recently, my trip to the post office produced this advertising, fob or key ring, pattern or style of pocket knife. It now becomes my latest example to be posted under this topic or thread. It also became the latest example to be added to my collection. It is a W & H, one blade, one tang stamp, 2 7/32" closed, all metal, advertising, fob or key ring, pattern or style of pocket knife. It has the curved or arched tang stamp, WITH the USA in the center. The main blade front tang stamp says, "THE W & H CO (over) USA (over) NEWARK NJ" The main handle side says, "WILL & BAUMER, S.A. (over) FABRICANTES DE VELAS (over) “LA MODERNA”-MEXICO” The other handle side says nothing, it is blank. This is my first, W & H, fob or key ring, pattern or style of pocket knife, that advertises this particular business, company, organization, product, holiday, event, etc. The main blade does have a WEAK half stop. The main blade does have an OK opening snap. The main blade does NOT have a closing snap. Overall, this pocket knife is in GOOD condition. This pocket knife did NOT need any cleaning at all. I just wiped it off.
I took some pictures and here it is.
Caption(s), if any, are on the BOTTOM of the corresponding picture(s).
Click on a picture to ENLARGE.

Here is, in alphabetical order, the updated list of cities, states, and countries, that are represented
by some, but not all of, the advertising on these "W & H" pocket knives (as of this posting).
These are MY posted pocket knives that ONLY have the "W & H" (Whitehead & Hoag) tang stamp(s).
Alabama, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts,
Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas,
Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming, Montreal Canada, Winnipeg Canada, and Mexico.

***** TRIVIA *****
Doing just a simple, basic, Google search, produced a TON of information and a TON of items pertaining to WILL & BAUMER.
The company is evidently still in business. Here is the link to their website: https://will-and-baumer.com/
The items pictured below are just a VERY, VERY, SMALL sample, of WILL & BAUMER products.
The items are NOT my items, and the pictures are NOT my pictures.
The following information is “AI” provided, and is just a VERY, VERY, SMALL, bit of information.
I AM NOT SURE HOW ACCURATE THE INFORMATION IS.
AI Overview…..
“Will & Baumer S.A. in Mexico originated as the international branch of the historic Will & Baumer Candle Company, a candle manufacturer originally established in 1855 in Syracuse, New York. The Mexican operation, operating as Will & Baumer, S.A. - Cía. Manufacturera de Velas La Moderna, was established by the early 20th century. Key historical milestones for the Mexican branch include: Early Expansion & Localization: By the 1910s, the company was heavily entrenched in the Mexican market, producing a variety of candles, including household, liturgical, and specialty miners' candles. The main facility and sales offices were located at 7a. Ribera de San Cosme No. 111 (later known as 6a. Clavel No. 224) in Mexico City. Religious & Cultural Impact: "La Moderna" became widely known for producing high-quality religious wax items, including Paschal candles, and their advertisements and products became a staple in Mexican Catholic traditions, such as Día de la Candelaria (Candlemas). Operational Evolution: Like many foreign-owned industrial operations during the Mexican Revolution, the company navigated supply and operational shifts. Over the decades, the operation transitioned its legal and brand structure, becoming a Mexican-registered corporation (S.A. de C.V.) and maintaining a long legacy in retail, church goods, and decorative wax manufacturing. Note: Contemporary global business in the region is now primarily represented by the Baumer Group's sensor and measurement subsidiaries, while Will & Baumer's North American candle heritage has transitioned under new corporate ownership.”

[New_Windsor_NY]

Very recently, my visit to the post office produced this advertising, fob or key ring, pattern or style of pocket knife. It now becomes my most recent example to be posted under this topic or thread. It also became the most recent example to be added to my collection. It is a W & H, one blade, one tang stamp, 2 7/32" closed, all metal, advertising, fob or key ring, pattern or style of pocket knife. This pocket knife has the curved or arched style of tang stamp, WITH the "USA" in the middle. The main blade front tang stamp says, "THE W & H CO (over) USA (over) NEWARK NJ" The main handle side says, "COTTON BELT ROUTE - THE RAILROAD OF COURTESY" It also says, “PAT. PEND.” under the blade pivot pin. The other handle side says, "FINDER PLEASE RETURN TO - NEAREST COTTON BELT AGENT" This is my eighth, fob or key ring, pattern or style of pocket knife, that advertises this particular company, business, product, event, etc. ALL seven of my other COTTON BELT ROUTE pocket knives have been previously posted, under and throughout, this topic or thread. One of my other seven COTTON BELT ROUTE pocket knives, does NOT have a W & H tang stamp. It has a replaced blade with an "Imperial" tang stamp. The main blade does have a SOFT half stop. The main blade does have a GOOD opening snap. The main blade does have a GOOD closing snap. This pocket knife is in VERY GOOD condition. This pocket knife did NOT require cleaning at all. I just wiped it off. I took some pictures and here it is.
Caption(s), if any, are on the BOTTOM of the corresponding picture(s).
Click on a picture to ENLARGE.

***** TRIVIA *****
Doing just a simple, basic, Google search, provided PLENTY of
information and PLENTY of items regarding the "Cotton Belt Route."
Please see my posts, under this topic or thread, from back on
Saturday, May 28, 2022 and from back on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
The very last picture posted below, is a map of the "Cotton Belt Route."

[doglegg]

Very recently, my visit to the post office produced this advertising, fob or key ring, pattern or style of pocket knife. It now becomes my most recent example to be posted under this topic or thread. It also became the most recent example to be added to my collection. It is a W & H, one blade, one tang stamp, 2 7/32" closed, all metal, advertising, fob or key ring, pattern or style of pocket knife. This pocket knife has the curved or arched style of tang stamp, WITH the "USA" in the middle. The main blade front tang stamp says, "THE W & H CO (over) USA (over) NEWARK NJ" The main handle side says, "COTTON BELT ROUTE - THE RAILROAD OF COURTESY" It also says, “PAT. PEND.” under the blade pivot pin. The other handle side says, "FINDER PLEASE RETURN TO - NEAREST COTTON BELT AGENT" This is my eighth, fob or key ring, pattern or style of pocket knife, that advertises this particular company, business, product, event, etc. ALL seven of my other COTTON BELT ROUTE pocket knives have been previously posted, under and throughout, this topic or thread. One of my other seven COTTON BELT ROUTE pocket knives, does NOT have a W & H tang stamp. It has a replaced blade with an "Imperial" tang stamp. The main blade does have a SOFT half stop. The main blade does have a GOOD opening snap. The main blade does have a GOOD closing snap. This pocket knife is in VERY GOOD condition. This pocket knife did NOT require cleaning at all. I just wiped it off. I took some pictures and here it is.
Caption(s), if any, are on the BOTTOM of the corresponding picture(s).
Click on a picture to ENLARGE.

***** TRIVIA *****
Doing just a simple, basic, Google search, provided PLENTY of
information and PLENTY of items regarding the "Cotton Belt Route."
Please see my posts, under this topic or thread, from back on
Saturday, May 28, 2022 and from back on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
The very last picture posted below, is a map of the "Cotton Belt Route."

I remember the Cotton Belt trains from when I was a kid.

[New_Windsor_NY]

I…..

Floyd,

[New_Windsor_NY]

I stumbled upon this "W & H" by accident and just a little late.
I am posting this advertising pocket knife for future reference.
Both sides have advertising.
The main side says, "EX-LAX - GIVES THE DRUGGIST A LIVING PROFIT."
The other side says, "EX-LAX - A FRIEND IN NEED."
This advertising pocket knife is NOT mine. The picture(s) are NOT mine.
Caption(s), if any, are on the BOTTOM of the corresponding picture(s).
Click on a picture to ENLARGE.

***** If The New Owner Wishes To Part With It, PLEASE PM ME!
I Am Definitely NOT A CHEAPSKATE. *****

[doglegg]

I stumbled upon this "W & H" by accident and just a little late.
I am posting this advertising pocket knife for future reference.
Both sides have advertising.
The main side says, "EX-LAX - GIVES THE DRUGGIST A LIVING PROFIT."
The other side says, "EX-LAX - A FRIEND IN NEED."
This advertising pocket knife is NOT mine. The picture(s) are NOT mine.
Caption(s), if any, are on the BOTTOM of the corresponding picture(s).
Click on a picture to ENLARGE.

***** If The New Owner Wishes To Part With It, PLEASE PM ME!
I Am Definitely NOT A CHEAPSKATE. *****

Skip, that knife moves me.