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Image of Telephone handset made by Universal High Power Telephone Co., 1917-1933
1968.4479.4
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Telephone handset made by Universal High Power Telephone Co., 1917-1933

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The "Wonderphone" featured a large transmitter assembly designed to overcome losses in early telephone lines. The Universal High-Powered Telephone Company was located at Carleton and Eddy Streets in Seattle.
ID Number: 1968.4479.4
Date: 1917-1933
Physical Description: 1 Telephone; metal, wood, cord, electrical; 9 in.H x 4 in.W x 4.5 in.D
Place Made: United States of America, WASHINGTON, Seattle
Credit: MOHAI, 1968.4479.4
Subjects: Innovation and Invention, Businesses and Corporations, Government and Public Services

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