A dictionary of typography and its accessory arts. Presented to the subscribers of the "Printers' register," 1870-1871 (1871)
Southward, John, 1840-1902 · London : Powell · leaf 16
etype is being set. The machine is in daily use at the WarringtonGuardian office, driven by steam, but it may be driven by hand, as shown in the engraving. The only machine which has been practically tested in England for any considerable length oftime is one invented by Mr. Robert Hattersley, of… … expeditiously, is easily manipulated, occupies little room, and ismoderate in price. It stands on a space of 2 feet by 3, and isworked by touching a keyboard, like that of a piano. Any in-telligent operator, after a few weeks practice, ought to be able to compose at the rate offrom 4000 to 6000…
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