1973.55.0.1 © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Underwood Typewriter Company, Capitol Avenue, Hartford

Dateabout 1960

MediumPhotography; gelatin silver print on paper

DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 8 1/4 x 10 1/4in. (21 x 26cm)

ClassificationsGraphics

DescriptionIvy covered brick industrial factory building with corner tower on right and large letters on two smokestacks and roof top that say "Underwood". Four-lane paved street is Capitol Avenue. It is lined with utility poles, street lights, fire hydrant and paved parking lot with small shed and tree. At far right appears to be a highway overpass.

Object number1973.55.0.1

InscribedOn verso: "View of Underwood Typewriter Co., 581 Capitol Avenue"NotesSubject Note: Located at 581 Capitol Avenue, incorporated in 1898 with John T. Underwood, President and Director. Advertised as "The largest typewriter factory in the world". International typewriter sales.

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