Records 1863-1982, (bulk 1937-1963).

ArchivalResource

Records 1863-1982, (bulk 1937-1963).

The Ferracute Machine Company records are not a complete archive, but rather a series of fragments assembled by Arthur J. Cox for the preparation of a company history.

Mss.: 5 linear ft.Microfilm: 84 reels.Photographs: 946 items.

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SNAC Resource ID: 6701762

Hagley Museum & Library

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