Due to the unseasonably warm weather, a sealed can of beer in storage 
has exploded/leaked.  The sticky liquid splattered on some metal 
objects, mainly cutlery and tin boxes.  I have since moved susceptible 
unopened containers to a more stable environment.

I would appreciate any suggestions on treating objects damaged from this 
form of "alcohol abuse."

I was also wondering, has there been a discussion with this group before 
concerning keeping unopened cans of liquid/dried food in a collection?

Regards,

Joshua K. Blay
Museum Curator
Historical Society of Berks County

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