Edison mimeograph machine

Access and use

Location of collection:
University of Virginia, Special Collections Dept.
Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library
University of Virginia
P.O. Box 400110
160 McCormick Rd
Charlottesville, Virginia 22904-4110
Contact for questions and access:
POC: Brenda Gunn
Phone: (434) 924-1037
Phone: (434) 243-1776
Fax: (434) 924-4968
Restrictions:

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.

Summary

Extent:
.64 Cubic Feet 17 X 13 X 5 inches wooden box
Creator:
A.B. Dick Company
Language:
English
Preferred citation:

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

Background

Scope and content:

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.

Acquisition information:
This collection was purchased from James Cummins bookseller by the Small Special Collections Library, University of Virginia on March 17, 2021.
Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: A Content Standard

Indexed terms

Subjects:
Writing materials and instruments