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1983.44.21  © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Wheeler and Wilson Manufacturing Company, Bridgeport
1983.44.21 © 2001 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Wheeler and Wilson Manufacturing Company, Bridgeport

PhotographerPhotographed by Edward C. Betts American, active 1877 - 1889
Dateabout 1880
MediumPhotography; albumen print on paper on cardboard mount
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (overall height x width): 4 5/16 x 6 11/16in. (11 x 17cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
DescriptionIndustrial factory complex. Two tall smokestacks and rooftop skylights. Building at far right has cupola and lettering on building "The ... Sewing Machine ... New ..." In foreground are utility poles, street, multiple railroad tracks with freight train and boxcars which include "N.Y, N.H & H.R.R." and the "Housatonic R. R. Milk Car."
Object number1983.44.21
NotesSubject Note: The Wheeler and Wilson Company manufactured sewing machines from 1850-1907.
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