Wells Press, 1819-1832
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Artifact Overview
The Wells press was one of the most popular toggle-joint hand-printing presses of the early 19th century. Its iron frame and lever system improved upon the common wooden frame and screw press, doubling the speed of printing. In 1870, this particular press printed the first newspaper in Monroeville, Ohio, and in 1876, performed the same task in Attica, Ohio.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Printing press
Date Made
1819-1832
Creators
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Made by John I. Wells in Hartford, Connecticut. Patented by John I. Wells.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
33.268.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Iron (Metal)
Wood (Plant material)
Dimensions
Height: 72 in
Width: 38.5 in
Depth: 78.5 in
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