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Edison mimeograph machine

 Collection — Flat_Box: Box 1
Identifier: MSS 16539

Content Description

This collection contains one Edison Mimeograph machine made by A.B. Dick Company, Chicago. The machine is in its original wooden box and includes directions for use. It is an early issue that includes the printing frame, writing plate slate, tube of ink, linen rag and roller.

Dates

  • Creation: c.1890

Creator

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is minimally procesed and open for research. Researchers should wear gloves when handling as materials may have inky residue.

Extent

.64 Cubic Feet (17 X 13 X 5 inches wooden box)

Language of Materials

English

Immediate Source of Acquisition

This collection was purchased from James Cummins bookseller by the Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia on March 17, 2021.

Title
Guide to the Edison mimeograph machine
Author
Rose Oliveira
Date
30 August 2021
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library Repository

Contact:
Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library
P.O. Box 400110
University of Virginia
Charlottesville Virginia 22904-4110 United States