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the modern period
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telegraph key,
Mores Code
From the illustration think of what this code means
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Type Writer
Early typewriters did not have a number 1 key. Typists used the lowercase letter 'l' (L) instead to save space on the keyboard.
25 Printer
The world's first printed newspaper is often considered to be the German-language "Relation," published by Johann Carolus in Strasbourg in 1605. Another early newspaper, "The Weekly News," was published in England in 1622.
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The average hourly wage for newspaper delivery jobs is higher than the national minimum wage, which was increased to ¥1,004 per hour on average in 2023.
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The first successful telephone call was made on March 10, 1876. Alexander Graham Bell famously spoke to his assistant, Thomas Watson, saying, "Mr. Watson, come here, I want to see you" .
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In Japan, it's common to see people waving flags at crosswalks to help guide pedestrians safely. Interestingly, some of these flag bearers are individuals whose driving licenses have been suspended.
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megaphone
Edison's initial purpose for the megaphone was to help people with hearing impairments.
31Braille
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32 Theater
At TOHO Cinemas, every Monday is "au Monday." Customers who are au Smart Pass members or au Smart Pass Premium members can watch movies for 1,100 yen every Monday!
