Rare GAL! 1966 Westbrook Traction Elevator at History Museum of Catawba County (Newton, NC)

This is at a courthouse built 1924 turned into a Museum. This elevator is not original, being added on in 1966. Judging by the outside, I knew this had GAL fixtures, but I had no idea it would have these rare GAL White Buttons! I don't think I've seen anything like it on YT! The White Buttons don't light up, which is a bit dissapointing, but it was really cool to see!

The elevator itself rides fine for the most part despite the excessive noise and the abrupt stops. Pretty epic elevator with an unexpected twist!

Elevator Brand: Westbrook
Elevator Model (if identifiable): NA
Elevator Type: Traction
Floors Served: 3
Installed: 1966
Current Controller: Relay
Capacity: 1200 lbs
Speed: 75 FPM (according to records)/150 FPM?

Original Fixtures:
Buttons: GAL White Buttons
Floor Indicator: GAL Analog Numbers
Arrow Lanterns: NA
Chimes/Bells: NA

Elevator Ratings: 10/10
Overall Opinions: BEAUTIFUL

STF’s Elevator Rating Scale:
15. BEYOND EPIMAZING!!!
10: BEAUTIFUL
9: Nice
8: Good/Cool
7: Charming/Unique
6: Interesting/Average
5: Boring/A Bit Iffy
4: Needs Attention/Dislike
3: Junky/Despise
2: Disgusting/Garbage
1: Never riding again!

Recorded: May 2023
Phone Used: Samsung Galaxy Note20

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