Historical information

A cheque writer is a machine for printing cash amounts in words on cheques. The cheques are rolled through the machine by placing them on the flat metal platform and then turning the handle to print a preset amount. Words to be printed are selected by the index pointerin pounds, shillings and pence.
This Protectograph cheque writer was made around 1916 in New York. It was used in Fred Higham's butchers shops in Williamstown, one in Ferguson Street and one in Douglas Parade.

Physical description

A vintage Protectograph machine for printing cash amounts on cheques. Made of black coloured metal, with a series of numbers that can be selected by a pointer. It has a flat plate attached where the cheques can be inserted for printing. Has a black vinyl cover.

Inscriptions & markings

"G.W. Todd & Co. Inc."