Carnegie-Stout Public Library's book press appears to be about 120 years old.
Screw presses are used for bookbinding. They help keep the covers of books flat and in place while the glue is drying. Cast iron presses like this one were made in the early 1900s.
When Carnegie-Stout opened on October 20, 1902, the Dubuque Cabinet Makers Association, a furniture company in business from 1867 to 1909, was located at 10th and Main Streets.
Whether donated or sold to the library, this press sure has been around for a long time! Do you think it will still be here in another 120 years?
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