Remington Rand Typewriters, 1928-1970, bulk 1930-1959
Part of collection: Sperry Rand Corporation. Remington Rand Division records, Subgroup III. Advertising and Sales Promotion Department (1825-III)
Dates
- Creation: 1928-1970
- Creation: bulk 1930-1959
Scope and Content
This subseries is arranged primarily by product. Included are many trade catalogs, sales manuals, operating manuals, posters and advertisements. Of particular interest are the sales letters and bulletins which can be used to trace Remington Rand advertising strategies. Sales letters and bulletins were issued from the Advertising and Sales Promotions Department to salesmen and district managers. The letters explained the ideas behind individual advertising pieces or groups of advertising, the goals and planning of each campaign and the recommended follow-up by the sales force. The popular history-theme campaign which included a letter written by Mark Twain is part of the Model 17 materials in this subseries. Materials relating to Noiseless typewriters include literature about the harmful effects of noise. A Federal Trade Commission stipulation to cease and desist certain advertising for portable models is noteworthy.
The history of the Remington Typewriter Company and Remington Rand closely reflects the history of women working outside the home. Images of women in offices exist throughout this record collection, but are richest in this subseries and Series II. Remtico Supplies.
Extent
From the Collection: 30 Linear Feet
Additional Description
Access Restrictions
No restrictions on access; this collection is open for research.
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Related Names
Creator
- From the Collection: Sperry Rand (Corporation). Remington Rand Division (Organization)
Repository Details
Repository Details
Part of the Manuscripts and Archives Repository