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I found some information online about Wardway. Not this particular model, but the brand in generic. This appears to be a 1932 model so yours might be newer since it states it is "improved".


"This will give you an idea of the competition for the Hoover 541 -- this is the "Wardway" economy model offered by Montgomery Wards. The vacuum sold for $29.95, but could be had in monthly installments of $5.00 ("6 easy payments" in the language of today's infomercials...) It is of some note that the Wards model was offered in a DC version. As noted in our Energy Page, many farms used wind or combustion engines to generate DC power."


Source: http://www.jitterbuzz.com/indvac.html


Note that yours lists DC power as well, but optionally 25-60 cycle AC current.  I have this problem with antique vacuums I have too. I don't know if you can safely plug them into your modern wall outlet without needing a step-down voltage regulator or anything where you can dial up a voltage so you don't overload and cook the motor. I asked around on electrical sites but never got an answer.


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