Radio

Name/Title

Radio

Entry/Object ID

1995.009.005

Description

Wooden case, 31 1/4 inches x 13 1/2 inches x 13 1/2 inches. 2 dials on front and 3 knobs, ornamented with flower blossoms, feather-like scrolls, and columns. Top lifts up to reveal radio components, such as batteries (4 metal boxes, 10 1/2 inches x 4 1/8 inches, each with a circular cover, 2 1/2 inches in diameter), resistors, transformers. Cabinet made by Sherman & Clay Co. ORIGINAL INSCRIPTION: Gilfillan Radio Corp. Los Angeles Kansas City New York Model 40 Serial #1127 Licensed by Independent Radio Manufacturers, Inc. Ref. US Pat. Off. NEUTRODYNE Pat. March 21, 1923 and April 11, 1924 PERSONAL ASSOCIATIONS: This was found in the home owned by the Sutherlands in the 30's and now owned by the Pratts.