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Railway ticket printing machine
A hand leaver ticket printing machine, tickets are printed on every stroke with a consecutive number and discharged in a receiver below. The machine is capable of printing 200 tickets per minute
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1845 22nd Capable Consecutive Discharged Minute Printing Receiver Stroke Ticket Tickets
EDITORS COMMENTS
This historical print captures a fascinating piece of railway history - the Railway ticket printing machine. Dating back to February 22nd, 1845, this hand leaver ticket printing machine was an important import in the world of transportation. Capable of printing an impressive 200 tickets per minute, this machine revolutionized the way tickets were produced and distributed.
With each stroke of the leaver, a ticket with a consecutive number would be printed and discharged into a receiver below. The efficiency and speed of this machine were truly remarkable for its time. The intricate details of the machinery are captured beautifully in this image, showcasing the craftsmanship and innovation that went into its design.
As we look back on this piece of railway history, we can't help but marvel at how far technology has come since then. This photograph serves as a reminder of the importance of advancements in transportation and how they have shaped our modern world.
So next time you board a train and receive your ticket without a second thought, take a moment to appreciate the ingenuity behind it all - starting with machines like this one from over 150 years ago.
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