| Author |
Jerome, Chauncey, 1793-1868 |
| Title |
History of the American Clock Business for the Past Sixty Years, and Life of Chauncey Jerome
Barnum's Connection with the Yankee Clock Business
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Robert Shimmin and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"History of the American Clock Business for the Past Sixty Years, and Life of Chauncey Jerome" written by Chauncey Jerome is a historical account likely composed during the late 19th century. The book recounts the evolution of clock manufacturing in the United States, particularly in Connecticut, through the lens of Jerome's own life and experiences in the industry. It is characterized by a personal narrative that intertwines his professional achievements and the significant changes in clock-making technology and practices over six decades. The opening of the book sets the stage with a preface where Jerome establishes his authority as a long-time participant in the clock-making business and reflects on the dramatic transformation the industry has undergone from manual wooden clocks to mechanized brass timepieces. Jerome shares poignant anecdotes from his early life, including the struggles of his family, his first experiences in clock production, and the profound impact of events like the Great Eclipse on his youth. The chapter outlines his formative years, detailing his transition from farm work to clock-making and introduces notable figures, such as Eli Terry, who significantly influenced the clock industry. The opening serves as a foundation for Jerome's detailed account of his personal and professional journey within an evolving American industry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
TS: Technology: Manufactures
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| Subject |
Clock and watch making -- United States
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
12694 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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