The Golden Age of Typewriter Evolution: 1870 to 1970

Typewriters from John Wherry's Collection

1919 Oliver #9 (parts machine) SN #880454
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1919 Oliver #9 Parts Machine

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Serial number 880454

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The ribbon spool tops are missing on this machine.

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A metal clip secures the ribbon to each of the spools.

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The carriage return cord that wraps around this spring-tensioned spool is missing, but easily replaced with heavy duty fishing line.

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While not in working order, this machine can provide parts needed to restore other Oliver typewriters.

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