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Equipment - Comptometer, J E Earl Pty Ltd, Bay Street, Port Melbourne, 1950s
Historical information
This machine was given to Betty GODDARD, clerk in the office of Earl's, when the office technology was updated. She had used it herself but it was also a favourite of James Earl the younger, who did his calculations on it. Betty donated it to the Society in 1996. This was the only machine Jim EARL would use; converted by Burroughs in1966
Physical description
Comptometer, beige, used in the office at J.E. Earl's timber yard and ironmongers, Bay Street 1950s - 1970s. A comptometer was an early calculator.
Inscriptions & markings
'Peacock Bros. Pty Ltd Sole Agents Business Systems':'Comptometer':Guaranteed made in Great Britain
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