A lot consisting of four antique police batons made of wood, some with leather or twine wrist straps. Two are plain, one is marked "Musky Tamer Hayward, Wis." One of the clubs reads: "California Redwood Presented by Sheriff E.W. "Gene" Biscailuz Los Angeles County"

Eugene W. Biscailuz (March 12, 1883 – May 16, 1969) spent most of is working life in law enforcement or adjacent careers. He was made undersheriff in 1921. In 1929, Governor C.C. Young asked Biscailuz to reorganize the old State Motor Patrol. He was appointed the first superintendent of the new California Highway Patrol. After his work for the CHP was done, he resumed his post as undersheriff of Los Angeles County in 1931. He was appointed sheriff in 1932, after his predecessor stepped down to run for Congress. He served in that capacity for 26 years, until his retirement in 1958.

Dimensions: Biscailuz: 17.75" long, Musky Tamer: 20.25", other two: 22" long and 22.75" long.

This lot may be picked up free of charge from our facilities in Sacramento, CA. Processing and shipping within the Continental US $55.00. All FedEx packages are sent with Direct Signature Required and insured at full replacement value for a fee of 1.5% of the purchase price, unless buyer accepts complete liability in writing. Discounts given on combined lot shipping.

Have dents and wear consistent with age and use.