The Trolley Supply Co. Ideal Trolley Catcher
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Artifact Overview
Most electric streetcars took their power from an overhead wire. A trolley wheel, at the end of a roof-mounted pole, contacted the wire and collected electric current. If the wheel disengaged from the wire, the spring-loaded pole could damage the power line. A trolley catcher prevented the pole from snapping up too far, reducing the risk of damage.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Apparatus
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2017.0.34.1513
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Cast iron
Color
Black (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 6.5 in
Diameter: 8 in
Inscriptions
on front:
THE TROLLEY SUPPLY CO. / IDEAL CATCHER / PATENT APL'D FOR / CANTON, OHIO, U.S.A.
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