Edison mimeograph machine Guide to the Edison mimeograph machine MSS 16539

Guide to the Edison mimeograph machine MSS 16539


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Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library

Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library
P.O. Box 400110
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, Virginia 22904-4110
URL: https://small.library.virginia.edu/

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Repository
Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library
Identification
MSS 16539
Title
Edison mimeograph machine c.1890
URL:
https://archives.lib.virginia.edu/ark:/59853/148541
Quantity
.64 Cubic Feet, 17 X 13 X 5 inches wooden box
Creator
A.B. Dick Company
Language
English .

Administrative Information

Conditions Governing Access

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

Preferred Citation

MSS 16539, Edison mimeograph machine, Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia.

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.


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.

Subjects and Indexing Terms

  • Writing materials and instruments