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Question
I have two sets of C-11 grade 198 Globe-Wernicke Co. barrister bookcases.
There appears to be a metal guide on the side where a strap of some sort would
slide through to make more stable.  Is that what goes there and if so where
would I find a part?

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Hi Sharon
Nice to hear from you.
Its been a while since I worked on a set of these and if memory serves, they do connect with metal slides.
Heres a pretty good picture of a set.
http://www.achome.co.uk/antiques/photos/Globe%20Wernicke%20Bookcase%202.jpg
The only place I know that may be able to help is here
http://www.vandykes.com/
At the top of their homepage is the various items they carry.
Good Luck and a great question..you got me thinking and at my age thats always good LOL.
Kindest Regards
Eileen  

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