Alright, thank you. I was doing some reading and it looks like the “Hole” in the lid is where a wet sponge is placed to keep tobacco moist. You have a very good point about the lack of where on the porous base. This humidor was actually from my neighbor/friend who passed away at age 95 this year. She mentioned it was her grandfathers, but it is possible that she meant father’s. I can only hope that I have her wit when I am 95! Again, thanks for your kind help….PS. I subscribed to other forum.