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Sumter Radio Manufacturing Co.; Sumter, SC
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| Name: | Sumter Radio Manufacturing Co.; Sumter, SC (USA) |
| Abbreviation: | sumter |
| Products: | Model types |
| Summary: |
Sumter Radio Manufacturing Co.
The company made at least one radio the Sumter Receiver Type R1A2. |
| Production: | 1923 - 1929 |
| History: |
The Sumter Radio Company was owned by Hurd Charles Tucker, whose home was on Corbett Street. Tucker was an employee of the Sumter Telephone company. The Sumter Radio Manufacturing Co. was located on Telephone Street from 1923 to 1929. Info from the Carolina Chapter of the Antique Wireless Association and the Hurd Charles Tucker family. |
This manufacturer was suggested by Alan Larsen.
Some models:
| Country | Year | Name | 1st Tube | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA | 23/24 | Sumter 4-Tube Receiver Type R1A2 | UV201A | |
| USA | 25 | Sumter Balanced Five Receiver Unknown | UX201A | According to the label, alternate tubes for positions 2 or 5 (facing radio, position ... |
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Further details for this manufacturer by the members (rmfiorg):
Hurd Charles Tucker, founder of the Sumter Radio Manufacturing Co. Photo courtesy of the Hurd Charles Tucker family.
Sons Alfred (left) and Robert Tucker (right) with a Sumter radio. Photo courtesy of the Hurd Charles Tucker family.
May 27, 1922 The Watchman and Southron newspaper
Oct. 15, 1924 The Watchman and Southron newspaper
April 27, 1923 The Sumter Daily newspaper
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