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Telegraph (1870-1930)
Telegraph (1870-1930)
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Linesman Telegraph Set (c. 1870's)
This Linesman telegraph key set was used by a Linesman to test the telegraph wires and poles. It was from around the 1870s.
Donation: John & Carol Babina Jr.
Homemade Telegraph Set
My grandpa created this WORKING Telegraph set with real old pieces of technology. When pressed, the telegraph makes a clicking noise; just like if you were using Morse Code in the 1800's!
Donation: John & Carol Babina Jr.
Fun Fact: Wireless telegraphs were used to communicate back to shore when the Titanic hit the ice berg.
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