These were imported from the United States for use in Australia before it tendered out its own supply of glass insulators. The Hemingray 42 has drip points, while the Whitall Tatums do not.
Hemingray:
- Hemingray 42 made in USA (Blueish Shamrock green)
Whitall Tatum No. 1:
- Whitall Tatum No. 1 above 37 on front and MADE IN USA 'logo' on back (Aqua)
- Whitall Tatum No.1 above 49 on front and MADE IN USA 'logo' on back (Aqua)
Hemingray (Left) and Whitall Tatum (Right)
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