DS, 1928 May 14 : California Institute of Technology, Pasadena.

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DS, 1928 May 14 : California Institute of Technology, Pasadena.

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A short tribute to Thomas Edison for his extraordinary contributions to human progress. He singles out his invention of the phonograph which, "apart from all his other achievements, renders him worthy of the highest honors ..."

1 p. ; 28 x 21.5 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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