German Makes Real Clock of 27,000 Matches

Series

Series Name

British Paramount News

Issue

Issue No.

597

Date Released

16 Nov 1936

Stories in this Issue:

1. 1King Edward Inspects the Home Fleet
2. 2Gold Beaters Threatened by New Invention
3. 3Chief Scout 79, Keeps Fit by "Daily 21"
4. 4German Makes Real Clock of 27,000 Matches
5. 5Where Stands Peace? Nations Arm and Ally
6. 6Mr Belisha’s Parking Ban Causes Stir

Story

Story No. within this Issue

4 / 6

Summary

Made entirely of matches and glue by a German joiner, clock keeps perfect time.

Keywords

Curiosities

Locations

South Bavaria

Library number

5569

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