The Meriden Machine Tool Co.
MakerMade by
H. Wales Lines Company
American, 1864 - 1983
Date1891
MediumPhotography; albumen on paper in cardboard album covers
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 7 1/4 x 9 1/4in. (18.4 x 23.5cm)
Other (overall height x width): 8 1/4 x 11 1/2in. (21 x 29.2cm)
Other (overall height x width): 8 1/4 x 11 1/2in. (21 x 29.2cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
DescriptionPhotograph of a one story brick factory building for The Meriden Machine Tool Company. The sign over the door reads, "The Meriden Machine Tool Co." Small wood building is located near the entrance to the brick building.
Object number2015.149.1.24
InscribedRecto, handwritten in black ink: "1891"NotesThe Meriden Machine Tool Co. was organized to build special machinery and tools. The corporation consists of H. Wales Lines, R. L. Peck, Walter L. Cheney, and John Johnson, the latter three being young machinists.Subject Terms
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