CMS:CX 100 Switch

The CX 100 is originally from the Battleship California. It also served in the towns of Wilkeson and Lester, as well as Camp David and Camp Pigott in Monroe, Washington.

History

Battleship California

It is estimated the museum's CX 100 was originally in service on the Battleship California from 1944-1947. The battleship had sunk during the attack on Pearl Harbor and was later raised and rebuilt. After three years of service the ship was laid up.

Wilkeson, Washington

The CX 100 was likely bought by Pacific Bell before being installed in the town of Wilkeson, Washington in 1947. It replaced a No. 36-A-1.

Lester, Washington

In 1957 the CX 100 was installed in the town of Lester, Washington. It remained there as late as 1974 but was replaced by a step-by-step switch by 1980.

BSA

It is estimated that in 1977 the switch donated to the Boy Scouts of America and was installed at a camp in Monroe by the Tinker Toy Telephone Company.

Connections Museum

The Connections Museum acquired the CX 100 in December 1987.