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Barograph Barometer


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      Creator(s):
Kelvin Hughes

Date: 1960 -

Description: A barograph barometer in a wooden case with glass front and side panels. Barometers are used to measure atmospheric pressure. This recorded the atmospheric pressure onto a drum, and the drum was turned by an eight day clock mechanism. This was used in the Pilot's office at Low Head.

Format: realia
Object: barometers
Material: wood;  glass;  brass

Titles:
Barograph Barometer

Subjects: barometersmeasuring instruments

Institution: George Town and District Historical Society Inc.

Object number: GTH_PS0052

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