https://deafprinters.com/files/original/ff7595b1dd8ebc23ad1c76d37e86203f.jpg da4035c52a13cb9cf2f7f5b543cf414d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource A black and white photograph of the backside of a large linotype machine, revealing much of its mechanics, gears, and wires as they protrude from the machine. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Linotype Machine Subject The topic of the resource Linotype machines at The Washington Post used molten metal to create lines of text. The lead casting material, oblong bars known as “pigs,” are visible hanging on the side of the machine. Above these a half-melted “pig” hangs above a melting pot. Description An account of the resource The linotype machine increased the speed with which newspapers could be printed. Unlike earlier printing forms, which used individual typeface blocks for each letter of text, linotype machines cast lines of type known as slugs. These would be stacked in a tray forming a galley or block of text. This form of printing, known as hot metal typesetting, molded molten metal to form the typeface slugs. Machinists would monitor the lead “pig,” replacing the casting material as needed as the linotype operator keyed in the text at the front of the machine. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Dick Moore Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Dick Moore Collection Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1978 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Still Image Type The nature or genre of the resource Photograph Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This Item has been made available for educational and research purposes by the Drs. John S. and Betty J. Schuchman Deaf Documentary Center at Gallaudet University. This Item is protected by copyright and/or related rights. You may need to obtain permission for your intended use if your use is otherwise not permitted by the copyright and applicable related rights legislation. For specific information about the copyright and reproduction rights for this Item, please contact the Schuchman Deaf Documentary Center: <a href="https://www.gallaudet.edu/drs-john-s-and-betty-j-schuchman-deaf-documentary-center">https://www.gallaudet.edu/drs-john-s-and-betty-j-schuchman-deaf-documentary-center</a>