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1962.2539
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Telegraph key, ca. 1912

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This telegraph key was manufactured in Seattle by Frank W. Cameron and Sons, and used by Ollie F. Schulz, the Seattle Superintendent of Postal Telegraph from 1902-1935.
ID Number: 1962.2539
Date: Circa 1912
Physical Description: 1 Key, Telegraph; metal; 3.5 in.H x 3 in.W x 8 in.D
Place Made: United States of America, WASHINGTON, Seattle
Credit: MOHAI, 1962.2539
Subjects: Government and Public Services, Manufacturing

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