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[โ€“] fine_sandy_bottom@discuss.tchncs.de 9 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Apparently the M. G. stands for "machine glazed" and refers to making shiny paper.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yankee_dryer

[โ€“] deegeese@sopuli.xyz 4 points 2 years ago

I would have assumed it was a giant electric motor, so thanks for the link.

I just wish there were diagrams to show the interior and mode of operation.