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The Amazing Ellicott Clock

By John H. Conlin - January 15, 2005

A look inside Joseph Ellicott's masterpiece of American clock making that has stood the test of time since the Quaker millwright and mechanic built it in 1769.

The full content is available in the Winter 2005 Issue.

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