At local auction this Sunday is what appears to be a early dictation machine. It has removable domed lid like an Edison with a small drawer which contains a crank and maybe a shaver attachment. The puzzle is the tags on it and what they mean. One says "THE UNITED STATES PHONOGRAPH CO, NEWARK N.J." AND THE OTHER SAYS "This Machine is sold by THE NORTH AMERICAN PHONOGRAPH COMPANY under the restriction that it shall not be used within the State of NEW JERSEY. pics of tags here-
There are no cylinders with it and the cabinet is in poor shape. Stylus is missing as well as the cup for the speaking tube. The auctioneer said he thinks is is very old and maybe what year? Also I would like to know if it has much value to guide my bid. Any info on this company or age appreciated. Don _______________________________________________ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
