American Toby Jug Museum 

Mr. Gladstone toby jug produced in Staffordshire England circa 1875. William Gladstone (1809-1898) was a British statesman and Liberal politician. In a career lasting over 60 years he served for 12 years as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom spread over four terms beginning in 1868 and ending in 1894. He also served as Chancellor of the Exchequer four times serving over 12 years. Note the axe between his legs which refers to Gladstone's enthusiasm for chopping down a tree a day. A tree branch forms the handle of the jug.