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Kleinsteuber Machine Shop
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It was in this shop that Christopher Sholes, inventor of the typewriter, did much of his work on various inventions. This photograph may be as early as the 1860's. The building is two stories, with the basement partially above ground.
1880
Publication Information
| Date Created | 1880 |
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Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 9 x 12 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Wisconsin place file, circa 1850s-circa 1950s |
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| Call Number | PF Milwaukee.264 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
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| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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