Manual, Model 2100 Operators Guide, Version 3.0, For Precint Punch Card Tabulator
Identifier:
2006.27.5
Description:
Manual for operation of the ESS Model 2100 Precinct-based ballot counter and related system. Three ring binder with grey, white and blue cover.;Grand Rapids was the first city in the United States to use a precint-based punch card ballot counter voting system. This was significant since the ballots were counted at the precinct, allowing errors to be caught immediately, offering the opportunity for voters to correct their mistakes. This prevented problems like overvotes and pregnant chads that plaqued other punch card viting systems and caused serious questions about voting accuracy in America. This manual may be used in future exhibitions or research about the history of electing and voting.;City of Grand Rapids;Grand Rapids was the first city in the United States to use a precint-based punch card ballot counter voting system. This was significant since the ballots were counted at the precinct, allowing errors to be caught immediately, offering the opportunity for voters to correct their mistakes. This prevented problems like overvotes and pregnant chads that plaqued other punch card viting systems and caused serious questions about voting accuracy in America.
Date:
1999
Materials:
Paper, Steel, Vinyl
Dimensions:
9" h 9" w 2" d
Current Location Status:
In Storage
Source:
Gift Of City Of Grand Rapids City Clerk
Related Entities:
Election Systems And Software Incorporated (creator)
City of Grand Rapids, Office of the City Clerk (donor)
