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Patent GB-189722389-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means for Securing Hats and Bonnets to the Hair of the Wearer.
Inventor: GRIFFITH MARGARET JANE
Filed: 1897-09-30
Granted: 1898-09-10
Abstract: 22,389. Griffith, M. J. Sept. 30. Appliances for securing to head.-A comb a, the teeth of which are slightly turned backwards, and which is provided with a flange b, is connected by resilient or elastic cords c to the side of the hat by hooks g, one comb to each side. The combs are thrust into the hair just behind the ears.
Patent GB-189723347-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Machines for Shaping the Heels of Lasts.
Inventor: NEWTON HENRY EDWARD
Filed: 1897-10-11
Granted: 1898-11-11
Abstract: 23,347. Newton, H. E., [Fitz, A. G.]. Oct. 11. Carving and shaping by cutting. -Relates to machines for trimming the heels of lasts to a mould or pattern. The last to be trimmed rests on a plate 0 which is adjustable in a frame W hung on links A. The pattern-plate M is secured in the desired position to the vertical part K of the frame W, and is moved over the periphery of the disc M<1> in trimming the heel. This disc has the parts L, L', L<2>, &c. and S<1>, S<2>, &c curved to different radii to suit the large and small lasts of a set, and is fixed in the desired position by a pin m and bell crank Z. This bell crank is connected to a sliding- block S which, again, is connected to a lever B pivoted to the frame W at the point P. C is a rod rigidly attached to the frame. The heel of the last to be trimmed is placed beween the rod C and lever B, and they are then screwed together to adjust the centre of the part of the disc M<1> in use to the centre of the last when in position. The last is then clamped in the frame W by chutes O<1> operated by a screw O<2>, and is trimmed by a rotary cutter, not shown.
Patent GB-189726544-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Driving Mechanism for Velocipedes.
Inventor: FORBES JAMES
Filed: 1897-11-13
Granted: 1898-10-08
Abstract: 26,544. Forbes, J. Nov. 13. Driving-mechanism is arranged so as to permit forward and backward driving and to allow the driving-mechanism to over-run the cranks. The chain-wheel Y is loosely mounted on a disc A keyed to the crank axle and provided with a slot a having oppositely-eccentric surfaces a<1> and containing a ball c, which grips the chain-wheel during forward or backward driving, but allows it to rotate freely when the cranks are held in a horizontal position. Slots a<2> containing balls c' which grip during forward motion are formed in the disc A, to reduce the strain on the ball c when forward driving. A disc secured to the wheel Y keeps the balls in position.
Patent GB-189728789-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Decorative Panels and the like.
Inventor: MEWBURN JOHN CLAYTON
Filed: 1897-12-06
Granted: 1898-10-01
Abstract: 28,789. Mewburn, J. C., [Soc. Metz et Couturier]. Dec. 6. Slabs.-Ornamented cement plates or slabs for walls &c. are made of a mixture of 2 parts of finely-powdered magnesite, 2 parts of fine sand, pulverized pottery-ware, kaolin, or the like, 1 part of water, and 1 part of a solution of magnesium chloride of density 25‹ BÚ. An ornamental design or picture is first produced on the greased bottom of the mould in metal pigments mixed with the composition set forth above, and the mould is then filled in with the plain or coloured composition. The bottom of the mould may be of glass, and a design on a sheet of paper may be placed underneath the mould to serve as a guide in applying the colours. Large smooth polished slabs of two or more metres in length can be produced in this manner.
Patent GB-189728895-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Insulating Supports for the Third Rail or Electric Conductor of Electric Railways.
Inventor: ANDERSON ALBERT
Filed: 1897-12-07
Granted: 1898-01-08
Abstract: 28,895. Anderson, A. Dec. 7. Electric railways on the third-rail system. Conductors, insulators for. A metal base a with securing-flange a<1> and holes a<2> is perforated at the top to receive a screw bolt. The bolt has a head a<7> which together with the stem is covered with moulded insulating-material, two or more vertical ribs a<9> being formed on the head. A metal cap a<12>, having internal grooves to fit the ribs a<9>, is secured on the bolt and is provided with a shed a<15>. The third rail or conductor is secured to the cap by a fixed claw a<21> and a removable claw a<24>.
Patent GB-189730667-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Pneumatic Tyres and Wheel Rims therefor.
Inventor: BOULT ALFRED JULIUS
Filed: 1897-12-28
Granted: 1898-10-15
Abstract: 30,667. Boult, A. J., [Drouet, A.]. Dec. 28. Tyres, pneumatic; felloes or rims.-Each edge of the outer cover has a pocket in which lies a flat metal band t, which may be endless or which may have overlapping ends The edges of the rim J are turned inwards so as to form projections, under which the metal bands t lie and thus attach the tyre to the rim.
Patent GB-189800424-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Railway Signalling.
Inventor: CONNOR JOHN
Filed: 1898-01-06
Granted: 1898-02-12
Abstract: 424. Connor, J. Jan. 6. Signals on engines and trains; indicators and repeaters, signal ; contacts, mechanical.-For use in signalling during fogs &c., a treadle A is mounted on pivoted links B on the permanent way, and is connected by a chain a<2> to the ordinary signal lever, or to an independent lever, in the signal cabin. When the treadle is in its raised position, it actuates a lever which sounds the whistle, or operates a bell or gong on the engine &c.
Patent GB-189804773-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Soap.
Filed: 1898-02-26
Granted: 1899-02-25
Abstract: 4773. Kay, S. V., and Kay Bros. Feb. 26. India-rubber substitutes.-A rubber substitute is prepared by acting upon colza or other vegetable oil with chloride of sulphur, and is used as an ingredient in the manufacture of a soap.
Patent GB-189812084-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Apparatus for Purifying and Drying Steam.
Inventor: HEUSE FRANCOIS
Filed: 1898-05-27
Granted: 1899-03-25
Abstract: 12,084. Heuse, F. May 27. Steam separators.-Consists in the combination with a cylindrical vessel A, provided with an internal perforated cone and baffle-plates b, in which the water is separated from the steam, of a vessel D provided with a float K arranged to control an automatic injecting-device M" by which the separated water is returned to the boiler. The float operates a valve L for the water and a valve Z for the steam by which it is acted on in the injector. Springs H, R, and S are fitted to counteract the pressure of steam on the float. Perforated plates G retain mud or deposit. A safety-valve V is provided.
Patent GB-189813231-A (GB)
Title: Improvement in Lead and other Pencils.
Inventor: WHYTE GEORGE
Filed: 1898-06-14
Granted: 1898-08-27
Abstract: 13,231. Whyte, G. June 14. Pencil holders. -The lead a slides loosely in the case b closed at its inner end, and is held in place by the lever d depressed by the screw c. For slate pencils and large leads the screw may act directly without the intervention of a lever.
Patent GB-189814101-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Surface Contact Railway Systems.
Filed: 1898-06-25
Granted: 1898-07-30
Abstract: 14,101. British Thomson-Houston Co., [Potter, W. B.]. June 25. Electric railways on a surface contact system. Relates to means for securing the prompt closure of switches in advance. Collectors ; switches. - The resistance of the contact-shoe F' which actuates the switches G is arranged so that a switch which has been thrown receives less current than the switch which is about to be actuated. The shoe F' may be in two parts connected by a resistance R or otherwise arranged for the purpose, and preferably the connection to its current supply is made at the leading end by a switch K, which may be connected to the driver's controlling-switch.
Patent GB-189814652-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Tripod for Supporting Cameras and the like.
Inventor: GREENWOOD WILLEY
Filed: 1898-07-02
Granted: 1899-05-13
Abstract: 14,652. Greenwood, W. July 2. Tripod stands.- Each leg consists of a number of pieces of wood a, jointed together by rivets b so as to fold up. To one side of the leg are hinged stretchers d, the ends of which fold into notches on the other side, when the stand is unfolded, and into notches i on the same side when the stand is folded up. A lattice arrangement of cord c at the top prevents over separation of the pieces a.
Patent GB-189826994-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Croquet Hoops.
Inventor: DAVIDSON WALTER
Filed: 1898-12-21
Granted: 1899-01-28
Abstract: 26,994. Davidson, W., and Austen, J. E. Dec. 21. Croquet.-Croquet hoops are formed w i t h conical or pyramidal shanks c where they enter the ground, and with lugs e for driving in.
Patent GB-189907174-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Manufacture of Boots and Shoes.
Inventor: BOULT ALFRED JULIUS
Filed: 1899-04-05
Granted: 1900-03-10
Abstract: 7174. Boult, A. J., [Alphaud, J.]. April 5. Uppers; soles; welts and welting; cementing; waterproofing.-Relates to the attachment of the sole to the upper. The upper is pasted to the insole and secured by tacks d as shown in Fig. 2, after which the welt g is pasted on and further secured by tacks to the uppers and insole. The usual filling is then pasted in place, and a half-sole i, Fig. 4, pasted on and secured by tacks k to the welt, upper, and insole. The outer sole e, Figs. 5 and 6, is then pasted on and sewn to the welt and half sole as shown in Fig. 5. The heel is attached and the shoe finished in the ordinary way. A waterproof article is thus produced.
Patent GB-189913033-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Marine Propulsion.
Inventor: OTTO ALBERT THEODOR
Filed: 1899-06-22
Granted: 1899-09-09
Abstract: 13,033. Otto, A. T. June 22. Detachable propelling - installations; rudders; propelling and steering by screw propellers.- Relates to the construction of a propelling and steering mechanism which can be secured to the stern of a boat. Any convenient form of motor may be employed, a gasoline engine being shown. It has a horizontal cylinder 1, Fig. 1, driving a spindle 4 which can be rotated by a crank 3 to start the motor. The whole is attached to a framework 5, 6, which can be clamped by a bolt 8 to the stern b o a r d 7. The spindle 4 is geared to a hollow spindle 16, Fig. 2, in which the screw blades are journalled. The blades carry, within this hollow spindle, pinions gearing with racks on a rod 21 which can be moved out or in to adjust the blades to the speed and direction required. The rudder and propeller shaft bearings are carried by a tube 9 on which is mounted the tiller. On the tiller is a sleeve 26 which is moved endwise to actuate the rod 21 by the means shown.
Patent GB-189913195-A (GB)
Title: An Improvements in Machines or Apparatus for Cleaning and Polishing Boots and Shoes.
Inventor: JENKS THOMAS
Filed: 1899-06-26
Granted: 1900-06-26
Abstract: 13,195. Jenks, T. June 26. Boots and shoes, cleaning and polishing.-The Figures show a hand machine for cleaning and polishing boots and shoes while on the feet, but the invention is equally applicable to machines driven by hand and for cleaning boots and shoes while on lasts. Chain-wheels on the hand-spindle are geared to wheels 13, on the faces of which are eccentric flanges L. The flanges rotate between pins on rods C, which are thus reciprocated, and. rock levers D carrying a metal cage N. Within this cage are two shells M, the interiors of which are lined with bristles, as shown in Fig. 5. The lower part of each shell is hinged to the upper, and carried by arms, so that when the shells are depressed the lower parts are turned into a horizontal position. The cage is then depressed bodily to dip those lower parts into the receptacles containing the polishing-liquid. The cage and shells are then raised and the cage reciprocated to apply the polish, after which the shells are again depressed so that their upper parts polish the boots or shoes. The shells and cage are depressed against springs by rotating a screw F, Fig. 1. Each rod C is in two portions hinged together so that it can be disengaged from the flange L. The heels of the boots are polished by brushes Q carried by a wire frame R, which is reciprocated by levers I, actuated by a bar H reciprocated by cams K on the wheels B. The bar H also reciprocates a frame V, Fig. 3, carrying brushes for removing mud or dirt before polishing. This frame V reciprocates in a stationary frame W, and with it can be turned up against the side of the case.
Patent GB-189923546-A (GB)
Title: Button Sticks and Cleaning Shields.
Inventor: CURTISS THOMAS OLIVER
Filed: 1899-11-25
Granted: 1900-01-20
Abstract: 23,546. Curtiss, T. O., and Knox, J. A. Nov. 25. Cleaning clothes &c.-A shield for use in cleaning buttons consists of two plates 1, 2, pivoted to the piece 4, and shaped to h a v e a circular opening 3, and central slot 7 with upturned edges 5, 6, to receive the button shanks. In two modifications, the plates 1, 2 are hinged at one or both ends, so that they may be folded together.
Patent GB-189924215-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Combined Abdominal Pad and Hose Support.
Inventor: YOUNG ELLA FOSTER
Filed: 1899-12-05
Granted: 1900-01-06
Abstract: 24,215. Young, E. F. Dec. 5. Belts; corsets; stocking suspenders.-Relates to a combined abdominal pad or support and stocking suspenders, the pad serving to press down the abdomen. The pad 5 is a flat piece of material with a smooth bearing- surface, and is fastened round the waist by straps 6, 8, or is attached by fastenings to the lower edge of the corset. The stocking suspenders are four straps 9, 10, 11, 12, two for each stocking, attached to the lower edge of the pad 5, and provided at their lower ends with elastic straps 15, Fig. 2, having a clasp 13 for connection to the stocking. Each pair of straps is crossed in use, and aids in retaining the pad 5 in place.
Patent GB-189924612-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Building Tiles, Blocks, and other Articles.
Inventor: SELLARS JOHN CARRINGTON
Filed: 1899-12-11
Granted: 1900-11-10
Abstract: 24,612. Sellars, J. C. Dec. 11. Earthenware and like pipes and tubes.-Clinker, slag, or residue from a refuse destructor is ground, and mixed with a binding-substance such as glue water, lime, cement, sulphate or other solution of alumina, proto-sulphate of iron, or other salt which will act on the residue. The mixture is moulded into articles, which are dried, and immersed in a solution of silicate of soda, silicate of potash, or other alkali, under ordinary or artificial pressure. Precipitated or hydrated silica may be added to the mixture before it is moulded, or may be applied to the surfaces of the articles. Pipes and conduits made of the mixture may be glazed and fired. The articles may be made waterproof by dipping them in an acid, or a solution of alumina or a salt of iron. In order to make the residue combine readily with the silicate solution, spent lime, common salt, sand, or other silicious substance may be added to the refuse. The articles may be coloured or coated, as described in Specification No. 3527, A.D. 1899, [Abridgment Class Paints &c.].
Patent GB-190003126-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Construction of Pulleys and Wheels.
Inventor: LACHMAN MAURICE
Filed: 1900-02-16
Granted: 1901-01-26
Abstract: 3126. Lachman, M. Feb. 16. Disc - wheels, sheet-metal, for lorries, trolleys, barrows, &c. The Figures show the application of the invention to a split pulley. The body is formed of a radially-corrugated disc with radial tongues round its edge, which are bent alternately on opposite sides for riveting to the rim. The hub is formed in two parts, bolted or otherwise secured together and with the meeting-faces shaped to fit the corrugations in the disc.
Patent GB-190004537-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Bascule Bridges.
Inventor: COWING JOHN PHILO
Filed: 1900-03-09
Granted: 1900-11-03
Abstract: 4537. Cowing, J. P. March 9. Antifriction-wheel and roller bearings.-Relates to a bascule lift bridge of the type shown ih partial elevation in Fig. 1. Each of the spans has an axle N which turns in bearings M attached to a very strong frame 0 supported either on a cradle C or directly on the pier D. The bearing-surface E of the cradle C supports a series of rollers R, shown in Fig. 3, each of which has a larger part R<1> for taking the pressure of the bearing-surface B of the span A. The rollers are connected by means of side plates 0, and are guided by flanges on the back I, which is fixed to the bearing-surface B and is operated from a pinion H. The bottom part J of each span takes against an adjustable piece K attached to the cradle C, and a counterweight is provided.
Patent GB-190012859-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to the Purification of Water.
Filed: 1900-07-17
Granted: 1900-08-18
Abstract: 12,859. Lake, H. H., [Jewell Export Filter Co.]. July 17. Water, purifying.-Relates to purification of the kind in which the impurities are removed by coagulation and subsequent filtration or the like. The solution of a suitable salt is electrolysed in a separate chamber, in the presence of a substance capable of reacting with one or more of the separated constituents of the electrolyte to ultimately form an insoluble coagulant, which is introduced as formed into the water to be purified As described, sodium chloride is electrolysed in the presence of iron, and the ferrous chloride and sodium hydrate thus produced react to form iron hydrate and sodium chloride. An apparatus for carrying out the above process comprises a vessel C, an iron anode 0 held in place by a screw N and swinging yoke, a stirrer J, and a passage way G for the impure water into which the coagulant slowly passes through a small hole.
Patent GB-190022044-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Combination of Garments.
Inventor: BALDSZUN GEORG
Filed: 1900-12-04
Granted: 1901-04-20
Abstract: 22,044. Baldszun, G. Dec. 4. Combination undergarments; coats and jackets; cutting-out; drawers and pants; shirts; trousers and breeches.-Relates to a combined garment for covering the legs and body. The covering for the legs may be in the form of drawers, trousers, or breeches, and that for the body may be in the form of a shirt or jacket. Fig. 1 shows a front view of one form of the combined garment, and Fig. 3 shows the patterns of the two pieces from which it is made up. The garment is provided with a back flap d, to which is attached a belt a, which is fastened at the front of the wearer. Fig. 5 shows a similar garment provided with a jacket front p. In this garment the flap d, Fig. 1, is enlarged so as to form tails s to the jacket part p.
Patent GB-190103304-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Automatically Acting Brakes for Hoists.
Inventor: REICHWALD AUGUST
Filed: 1901-02-15
Granted: 1901-11-09
Abstract: 3304. Reichwald, A., [Krupp, F.]. Feb. 15. H o i s t s.-Relates to automatic load-sustainers for hoists. Friction discs F, F<1>, slidably keyed on the crank shaft C, are caused to grip a ring G by means of springs H adjusted by a nut J. The ring G rotates freely in the direction of raising the load, but is prevented from rotation in the other direction by an eccentric friction pawl M, or by a ratchet pawl. To lower the load, sufficient pressure is applied to the crank D to overcome the friction between the discs F, F<1> and the ring G. The device is enclosed in a casing B. To economize space, the nut J forms one of the journals of the shaft C.
Patent GB-190104612-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Delivery Apparatus and Counter for Envelope and Bag Folding Machines.
Inventor: PAHLITZSCH BRUNO
Filed: 1901-03-04
Granted: 1902-01-09
Abstract: 4612. Pahlitzsch, B. March 4. Counting-apparatus. - Relates to delivery and counting apparatus for envelope and bag-folding machines Fig. 2 shows a plan of the mechanism. The folded envelope or bag is placed on the pivoted plane 3, which is turned down by suitable mechanism till the rotating sheaves 11, 11 pass through the openings 15 and discharge the envelope or bag on to the.fork 19. The sinking and return of the fork 19 turn the shaft 20, so that the ratchet-wheel 24 is caused to turn through the space of one tooth by the pawl 22 attached to the lever 21. After the wheel 24 has turned through a certain number of teeth, an opening in it comes opposite the sliding rod 26, which is pressed through by a spring or weight attached to the arm 29. The arm 31 pushes a plate 32 in between the envelopes, so that they are divided into batches each of a certain fixed number.
Patent GB-190106698-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Gas Producers
Inventor: GARRETT WILLIAM
Filed: 1901-03-30
Granted: 1901-05-11
Abstract: 6698. Garrett, W., and Cromwell, J. C. March 30. Gas-producers.-A producer of the class in which gas is generated by the incomplete combustion of coal, coke, or like fuel, is provided with a central air box 3, closed below and perforated above, and with side air chests 5 having perforated faces, both being supplied with air under pressure by means of the mains 7 and branches 6. The sectional area of the producer is made greater below than at the level of the air box, so as to prevent choking.
Patent GB-190108860-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Stylographic Pens.
Inventor: SANFORD WILLIAM WELLS
Filed: 1901-04-30
Granted: 1901-06-01
Abstract: 8860. Sanford, W. W., and Bennett, F. D. April 30. Pens, stylographic. Relates to a pen in which all the parts are assembled in the removable head. The needle 19 carries a weight 18 provided with pins 16, which rest in slots in the ink tube 4. An air duct 8 is formed between the tube 4 and the inner surface of the head 3. The pen is filled with ink from the front after unscrewing the bead 3.
Patent GB-190108942-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Drying and Absorbing Apparatus.
Inventor: SAATMANN FRIEDRICH WILHELM
Filed: 1901-05-01
Granted: 1902-04-17
Abstract: 8942. Saatmann, F. W. May 1. Absorbing gases.-Relates to drying and absorbing apparatus of the kind described in Specification No. 15,565, A.D. 1895. A chamber adapted for drying phosphates &c. is shown in sectional elevation in Fig. 4, and in side view with the interior exposed in Fig. 1. Instead of being used for drying purposes, the apparatus may be employed as an absorber, in which case the gases to be absorbed are substituted for the hot air. The chamber 1 has rows of drying-shelves A, B, arranged so that hot air from the inlet 31 can zig-zag through the chamber, which has curved end recesses 30. Each shelf consists of a row of plates 4, pivoted on unsymmetrically-arranged pins 6 in the chamber walls and having projecting lugs 9 which overlap the adjacent plates and serve to connect the plates together by means of a rod or links 12. The plates normally rest on lugs projecting from the walls, and by means of hand-operated levers, connected by rods 17 to cranks 16, the plates in any row can be simultaneously tilted. The wet material is spread on the smaller halves of the topmost row of plates, and when they are tilted it shoots on to the smaller halves of the oppositely-arranged plates beneath, and so on. The plates may have sieves arranged on end supports 14 for lumpy materials. Similar rows of plates are placed under the drying-shelves, and the cool air is passed through them.
Patent GB-190112163-A (GB)
Title: Combined Fender and Net for Street-railway and Tramway Cars.
Inventor: KLAASEN CARL
Filed: 1901-06-14
Granted: 1901-08-03
Abstract: 12,163. Klaasen, C. June 14. Obstruction-removers.-The triangular fender 5, and the rectangular frame 9 carrying the net 12, are adjustably arranged at such a height that the fender pushes aside bodies lying on the track, while the net receives moving or stationary persons. Elastic cushions 8, 10 are fitted to the frames 5, 9 respectively.