L.C. Smith and Bros. No. 2 Typewriter

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One (1) L.C. Smith and Bros. No 2 Typewriter

Description (Brief)

Made by L.C. Smith & Bros. of Syracuse, N.Y. Model 2, first model to appear, 1904. Designed by Carl Gabrielson. Has shifting type segment. Features interchangeable platten and ball bearings throughout, key shift mechanism and carriage. Paper support marked; "L.C. Smith & Bros., Typewriter, writing in sight." Marked on frame above keys: "L.C. Smith & Bros. Typewriter." Marked on front of frame: "No. _____mith & Bros. Typewriter Co. No. 2., Made in Syracuse, N.Y., U.S.A."

Maker: L. C. Smith & Bros.

Location: Currently not on view

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Credit Line: Mr. and Mrs. Francis A. Norris

Data Source: National Museum of American History

Id Number: ME.319253Catalog Number: 319253Accession Number: 235999

Object Name: TypewriterOther Terms: Typewriter; Standard; Manual

Measurements: overall: 9 5/8 in x 13 1/2 in x 14 1/2 in; 24.4475 cm x 34.29 cm x 36.83 cm

Metadata Usage: CC0

Guid: http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746a6-96ed-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa

Record Id: nmah_850077

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