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Composing machine
Large cast iron framed Linotype hot metal composing machine, mode 48; with 3 moulds for casting lead bars; electrically driven; seperate box containing brass keys for forming type, and cleaning brush.
Collection Area
Social & Cultural History
Item Number
F81.272.4
Historical Associations
Associated Person/Body: South Wales Newspapers Ltd
Association Type:
Date: 1963
Place: Ammanford
Creation/Production
Role: Manufacturer
Place: London
Period: 1958
Acquisition
Donation
Measurements
Height
(cm): 203
Width
(cm): 150
Depth
(cm): 158
Material
Cast iron
Brass
Steel
Location
In store
Classification
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