Hall typewriter, Salem

Small portable typewriter of the index class. Mounted in a wooden case with hinged lid, lock and brass handle, the typewriter has a metal frame with circular metal rails that allow a rectangular carriage to move along. The carriage holds a square index plate with 9 x 9 array of holes marked with letters, numbers and other characters. The is a sliding metal handle which pivots and carries a selector pin which can be placed above the selected letter or symbol. This handle is connected to a rubber plate mounted beneath the carriage which is embossed with the letters and symbols. When pressure is applied on the handle and carriage this brings the letter and or symbol in touch with the paper.