WHISTLE CONTROLLER

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows a vintage whistle controller, labeled as "Whistle Controller No. 65," designed for controlling model trains. It is a rectangular, metal box with a worn appearance, featuring three prominent red buttons on the top surface. The panel displays various instructions and connection details, indicating its use with specific electrical setups. Three metal knobs, tied together with white string, are visible on the top, likely used for wire connections. A paper tag attached to the device reads "Whistle Controller 76.13.27," possibly indicating a catalog or inventory number. The device appears to be resting on a textured, white surface, highlighting its dusty, aged condition.

The image shows a vintage whistle controller, labeled as "Whistle Controller No. 65," designed for controlling model trains. It is a rectangular, metal box with a worn appearance, featuring three prominent red buttons on the top surface. The panel displays various instructions and connection details, indicating its use with specific electrical setups. Three metal knobs, tied together with white string, are visible on the top, likely used for wire connections. A paper tag attached to the device reads "Whistle Controller 76.13.27," possibly indicating a catalog or inventory number. The device appears to be resting on a textured, white surface, highlighting its dusty, aged condition.

Name/Title

WHISTLE CONTROLLER

Entry/Object ID

1976.13.27

Description

#65

Collection

TOYS

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

WHISTLE CONTROLLER

Dimensions

Height

2-1/2 in

Width

2-3/4 in

Length

3-1/2 in

Parts

Count

1

Material

Metal

Condition

Overall Condition

Good