History of the manufacturer
International Signal Co.; NY
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| Name: | International Signal Co.; NY (USA) |
| Abbreviation: | internasig |
| Products: | Model types |
| Summary: |
International Signal Company |
| Founded: | 1917 |
| Closed: | 1919 |
| History: |
In 1917 Thomas H. Given and Hay Walker Jr. formed the International Signal Company (ISC) and transferred NESCO's patent assets to the new company. Westinghouse obtained majority control of ISC through the purchase of $2,500,000 worth of stock. The company was then reincorporated as The International Radio Telegraph Company. The Westinghouse-RCA agreements were signed in 1921 and International's assets were transferred to RCA. |
This manufacturer was suggested by Alan Larsen.
Some models:
| Country | Year | Name | 1st Tube | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA | 17 | Radio Compass Receiver Type S.E. 712A | Receiver/reactive Tuner for external Detector, either Crystal or tube (Triode). Buzzer for... |
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Further details for this manufacturer by the members (rmfiorg):
November 19, 1917 The News Journal newspaper. Announcement of the incorporation of ISC in 1917.
Tuesday Feb. 12th, 1918 Evening Public Ledger newspaper. Newspaper article about the patent fight with the Marconi company.
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