AN IMPROVED EXPANDING TABLE
Year: 1835

page_text: JUPE, of New Bond Street, in the Parish of St. George, Hanover Square,
in the County of Middlesex, Upholsterer, send greeting.
WHEREAS His present most Excellent Majesty King William the Fourth,
by His Letters Patent under the Great Seal of Great Britain, bearing date
at Westminster, the Eleventh day of March, in the fifth year of His reign,
did, for Himself, His heirs and successors, give and grant unto me, the said
Robert Jupe, His especial licence, full power, sole privilege and authority, that
I, the said Robert Jupe, my exors, adiňors, and assigns, or such others as I,
the said Robert Jupe, my exors, admors, or assigns, should at any time agree
with, and no others, from time to time and at all times during the term of
years therein expressed, should and lawfully might make, use, exercise, and
vend, within England, Wales, and the Town of Berwick-upon-Tweed, my
Invention of "AN IMPROVED EXPANDING TABLE;" in which said Letters Patent
is contained a proviso that I, the said Robert Jupe, shall cause a particular
description of the nature of my said Invention, and in what manner the same
is to be performed, to be inrolled in His said Majesty's High Court of
Chancery within six calendar months next and immediately after the date of
the said in part recited Letters Patent, as in and by the same (reference being
thereunto had) will more fully and at large appear.
NOW KNOW YE, that in compliance with the said proviso, I, the said
Robert Jupe, do hereby declare the nature of my Invention and the manner in

page_text: which the same is to be performed, are fully described and ascertained in and
by the following description thereof, reference being had to the Drawings
hereunto annexed, and to the figures and letters marked thereon that is
to say-
The object of my Invention or improvement is so to construct an expanding
table, that the sections which compose the surface of the original or unexpanded
table may be caused to diverge from a common centre, so that the table may
be enlarged or expanded by inserting leaves or pieces in the openings or
spaces caused by the divergence of the sections from the common centre.
Having thus generally stated the nature of the Invention, and the object to
be obtained, I would remark that there are various mechanical arrangements
by which the Invention may be performed, depending partly on the taste of
the individual for whom a table is to be constructed; I therefore propose to
describe the different arrangements of parts which I have made, and find to
answer, and which, from experience, I can state will give full effect to my
Invention or improvement; but my improvement is applicable, not only to
the precise arrangements herein-after shown and described, but to various
other forms of the same table, provided the property of expanding the surface
of the original table, by causing the sections to diverge from a common centre,
be retained, and the table be enlarged or expanded by inserting leaves or
filling pieces in the spaces caused by such divergence in the manner herein-
after mentioned. These different forms or shapes must depend on taste, and
so must also the details of the mechanical arrangements which govern and
retain the sections of the surface of the table securely to the desired positions,
and carry my improvement into effect.
DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS.
Figure 1 shows the surface of a table of eight sections, capable of being
expanded into a larger size, as represented at Figure 2; and Figure 3 shows
the same table still further expanded, the filling pieces or leaves b, b, being
larger than those in Figure 2, thus causing the sections a, a, of the original
table Figure 1 to be further diverged in Figure 3 than in Figure 2. Figure
4 represents the surface of a round table of six sections, capable of being
expanded, and forming a table of another shape and size; it being when
expanded of nearly an oval figure, as shown at Figure 5. Figure 6 shews the
surface of an oblong table of four sections, also capable of being expanded, as
shewn in Figure 7. In the several Figures, a, a, are the sections of the
surface of the original or unexpanded table, these sections being so arranged
that they are capable of diverging in radial grooves, or are controlled to move

page_text: in radial directions, as will be hereafter described. Figure 8 shows the
sections a drawn out to the position required for introducing the leaves or
filling pieces b, b, which fill up the spaces between the sections a, a, to
complete the surface of the larger table, as Figure 2. One of the leaves is
shown detached in plan and edge views at Figure 9.
I propose first to
describe the construction of a table in which the sections a, a, are drawn
outward by hand. I afterwards intend showing constructions in which the
sections are caused to diverge simultaneously by turning the surface and bed
of the table round the pillar. The sections a are securely attached to sliding
pieces c, (see the detached under side and edge views of one of the sections a,
Figure 10 moving in the spaces between the guide pieces d, d, of the
framing of the table, the ends of which guide pieces are connected together
by the hoop or ringe of the framing, and form the bed of the table, which bed,
in this instance, is attached to the main supporting arms f.f. which project
from the pillar of the table.
The slides and guide pieces are fitted to each other with a tongue and
groove. When the table is to be expanded, the sections a, a, are drawn
outward as shewn in Figure 8, then the several leaves or filling pieces b, b, are
placed on the bed of the table between the sections a, a. The pieces of
metal g fixed on each of the pointed ends of the leaves, take into grooves or
notches formed round the metal centre pin or button h, and project over and
under to complete the junctions at the centre, and to give the required
strength. The sections a are then forced inward into close contact with
the leaves or filling pieces b, so as to form a complete surface to the
table, as shewn in Figure 3. The edges of the sections a, and also of
the leaves b. have projecting ribs or tongues and grooves formed on them,
so as to make the joints complete. When the table is to be reduced to
its original size, the sections a must be again drawn outward a short distance
so as to disunite them from the leaves or filling pieces b, which filling pieces
may then be removed, and the sections a pushed inwards to form the original
sized table. When it is desired to construct my improved expanding table in
such manner as to make the sections a diverge or move simultaneously from
the centre, in order to expand the table, the bed of the table rests and turns
on the pin affixed on the top of the pillar k, and on the outer ends of the main
supporting arms f. f (see the section of Figure 11). In Figures 11, 12, 13,
and 14. the expansion of the surface of the original table is obtained by means
of the curved arms or levers 1, 1, connected at their inner ends to the main
supporting arms, and their outer ends to the under side of the sliding pieces c
of the sections a, a; these connections are formed by pins passed through the

page_text: ends of the levers to allow of movement.
Figure 1 shows the bed of the
original table with the sliding pieces c within the framing of the table; the
sections a, a, which are otherwise affixed to the sliding pieces c, being removed
to expose the parts more clearly. Figure 13 is a view with the sliders
expanded, also without the sections a, a; and Figure 14 is another view with
the sections affixed to the sliding pieces c, the surface being expanded, and in
the proper condition for receiving the filling pieces b, b, to make up the larger
table. When it is wished to expand the table from a small to a larger size,
the sections a, a, with the bed of the table, are to be moved partly round the
pillar in the direction of the arrows in the several Figures, when the levers 1, 1,
(from their being connected at one end to the stationary arms f, and at the
other to the sliding pieces c.) will cause the sections to diverge or move outward
from the centre, the sliding pieces c and guides d causing them to move outward
in radial directions into the positions shewn in Figure 14. When this is done,
the leaves or filling pieces b, b, which are to complete the surface of the larger
table, are to be placed on the bed in their proper situations, and by moving
the sections a short distance round in the reverse direction, they will be made
by the same means to move inward, and close upon the leaves or filling pieces
and complete the surface of the table, and resemble in appearance that shewn
in Figure 2. The bed of the table in this instance rests upon the outer ends
of the arms f, by a projecting rib or fillet m, placed on the inside of the outer
ring or hoop e of the bed of the table (see the section Figure 11), and there
are clamp pieces screwed on the top of the arms f, which project over the
fillet and prevent any strain upon the table on its being moved about, or lifted
by taking hold of the outer part of the sections or rim. In Figures 15, 16, 17,
and 18, the expansion of the surface of the original table is obtained by curved
bars 1, 7, all of the same curvature (except in the case hereafter stated) attached
to the stationary main supporting arms f, and saddle pieces connected to the
sliding pieces c. These saddle pieces embrace the curved bars 1, and slide
upon them when the surface and bed of the table are turned round, thus
causing the sections a to diverge. In this instance, the bed of the table
is mounted and rests upon the top part of the pillar k in the centre, and
on the circular bar n, see Figures 15 and 18, supported by the arms f., to
which it is attached. The sliding pieces c, c. are furnished with the before-
mentioned saddle pieces o, mounted on their under sides (see the detached
under side and edge views of one of the sections at Figure 19. and the section
of the table at Figure 18). These saddle pieces turn upon centre pins to
allow them to move freely, and to follow the direction of the curved bars 1.
(see Figure 15, which is a plan of the arms f. the circular bar n, and the

page_text: curved bars 1, 1, which together with the pillar form the main stationary
framework of the table, the other parts being removed. By turning the
surface and the bed of the table round in the direction of the arrows in
the several Figures, the curved bars, from their being fixed to the arms f of
the table, cause the saddle pieces o, and slides carrying the sections a, to
diverge or move outward simultaneously into the position shewn in Figure 17,
when the leaves b, b, may be placed on to the bed of the table between the
sections a, a, and by moving the surface bed a short distance round in the
reverse direction, the sections will be drawn inwards close upon the leaves, and
form the surface of the table complete, similar to that shewn in Figure 2.
When the table is to be reduced to its original size, the sections a, a, are
again to be moved in the direction of the arrows a short distance and the
leaves removed, when the sections a, a, will be free to be turned round in the
reverse direction, by which the curved bars will draw in the slides c, and with
them the sections a, a, affixed thereto, so as to form the table of the smaller
size, and similar to that represented at Figure 1. Figure 16 is a plan of the
bed placed upon the framework of the table, the sliding pieces being shewn
between the guide pieces d, and in the position they would be in when the
table is of its original size, the sections a being removed to expose the parts
more clearly. Figure 17 is another view shewing the parts in the position
they are in when the larger table is formed.
C
Figure 20 is another arrangement of my improved table, in which the
expansion is obtained by curved grooves 1, formed in a bottom board fixed on
to the frame of the table; but I prefer the former method. These curved
grooves cause the sliding pieces c to move outward in like manner to the bars
1 last described. In this instance, the sliding pieces c are furnished with pins
or studs o, projecting into metal runners p (see the detached representations
of one of the sliders with a runner at Figure 21). The table shewn in
Figure 4 is expanded into the shape represented in Figure 5, in the following
manner: The side sections a, a. of the surface of the original table are of
different dimensions to the end sections a, a, and are moved outward into
the position shewn in Figure 22, by sliders c, moving in between the guides
d, d, and are to be acted on by any of the means herein described for causing
the sections a, a, to diverge to their proper positions, observing when the
sections are to be moved simultaneously, that the grooves or bars are of
curves adapted to give additional speed to those sections which have to diverge
a greater distance than others, and which curves are familiar to every
mechanic. The sections or the filling pieces b, b, required to fill up the spaces
between the sections are also of different shapes, in order to make up the

page_text: table of the shape shewn in Figure 5. and are furnished with projecting ri
or tongues and grooves on the edges as in the former instance.
Figure 23 shews the sections a of the oblong table expanded to allow t
leaves being introduced to form the enlarged table shewn at Figure 7. Th
sections a, a, are moved outward by sliding pieces, pins, runners, and groove
or saddle pieces, and curved bars, or by hand separately, as before describe
in reference to the former arrangements, and the edges of the sections a au
leaves 6 are also formed with tongues and grooves on their edges, to keep th
joints perfect.
In conclusion I would remark, that all the arrangements of my improve
table should be supplied with proper stop pieces to prevent the sections being
projected beyond the necessary distance; which stop pieces may be placed in
various parts, according to the shape or construction of the table; and further
that the surface of the table may be divided into more or less sections than
those herein shewn to suit different shapes and sizes; also, that a portion of
the surface in the centre part of the table may be left fixed to the bed, the
sections, and leaves, or filling up pieces being shaped accordingly; but I think
this is not so convenient a mode of carrying my improvement into effect. I
would remark, that, according to the description and the various Figures of
the Drawings, it will be seen that the sections a, a, diverge in parallel and
radial guides d, but it is not essential that such guides should be radial, though
I believe it to be preferable, for it will be evident that the sections a, a, may
diverge from a common centre in directions not truly radial. I would also
remark that it will be evident that the improved expanded table shown at
Figures 1 and 3, is capable of assuming any intermediate size between those
shown, depending on the size of the filling pieces or leaves b.
Having thus described the nature of my Invention, and the manner of
carrying the same into effect, I would remark that I do not claim the various
parts separately of which the same is composed, nor do I confine myself to
the precise manner of moving the sections a, a, of the surface of the table;
but I do declare that my Invention of an improved expanding table consists
in constructing the same so that the sections a, a, of which the original or
unexpanded table is composed, may diverge from a common centre, and the
table be enlarged or expanded by inserting leaves or pieces in the openings or
spaces caused by the divergence as herein-before described.
In witness whereof, I, the said Robert Jupe, have hereunto set my
hand and seal, this Eleventh day of September, in the year of our
Lord One thousand eight hundred and thirty-five.
3
ROBERT (...) JUPE.

page_text: AND BE IT REMEMBERED, that on the Eleventh day of September, in
the year
of our Lord 1835, the aforesaid Robert Jupe came before our said
Lord the King in His Chancery, and acknowledged the Specification afore
said, and all and every thing therein contained and specified, in form above
written. And also the Specification aforesaid was stamped according to the
tenor of the Statute made for that purpose.
Inrolled the Eleventh day of September, in the year
thousand eight hundred and thirty-five.
of
Our Lord One

page_text: TO ALL TO WHOM THESE PRESENTS SHALL COME, I, ROBERT
JUPE, of New Bond Street, in the Parish of St. George, Hanover Square,
in the County of Middlesex, Upholsterer, send greeting.
WHEREAS His present most Excellent Majesty King William the Fourth,
by His Letters Patent under the Great Seal of Great Britain, bearing date
at Westminster, the Eleventh day of March, in the fifth year of His reign,
did, for Himself, His heirs and successors, give and grant unto me, the 'said
Robert Jupe, His especial licence, full power, sole privilege and authority, that
I, the said Robert Jupe, my exors, adiiors, and assigns, or such others as I,
the said Robert Jupe, my exors, adñiors, or assigns, should at any time agree
with, and no others, from time to time and at all times during the term of
years therein expressed,, should and lawfully might make, use, exercise, and
vend, within England, Wales, and the Town of Berwick-upon-Tweed, my
Invention of "AN IMPROVED EXPANDING TABLE;" in which said Letters Patent.
is contained a proviso that I, the said Robert Jupe, shall cause a particular
description of the nature of my said, Invention, and in what manner the same
is to be performed, to be inrolled in His said Majesty's High Court of
Chancery within six calendar months next and immediately after the date of
the said in part recited Letters Patent, as in and by the same (reference being
thereunto had) will more fully and at large appear.
NOW KNOW YE, that in compliance with the said proviso, I, the said
Robert Jupe, do hereby declare the nature of my Invention and the manner in

page_text: which the same is to be performed, are fully described and ascertained in and
by the following description thereof, reference being had to the Drawing
hereunto annexed, and to the figures and letters marked thereon that i
to say:-
The object of my Invention or improvement is so to construct an expanding
table, that the sections which compose the surface of the original or unexpanded
table may be caused to diverge from a common centre, so that the table may
be enlarged or expanded by inserting leaves or pieces in the openings o
spaces caused by the divergence of the sections from the common centre.
Having thus generally stated the nature of the Invention, and the object to
be obtained, I would remark that there are various mechanical arrangements
by which the Invention may be performed, depending partly on the taste of
the individual for whom a table is to be constructed; I therefore propose to
describe the different arrangements of parts which I have made, and find to
answer, and which, from experience, I can state will give full effect to my
Invention or improvement; but my improvement is applicable, not only to
the precise arrangements herein-after shown and described, but to various
other forms of the same table, provided the property of expanding the surface
of the original table, by causing the sectious to diverge from a common centre,
be retained, and the table be enlarged or expanded by inserting leaves or
filling pieces in the spaces caused by such divergence in the manner herein-
after mentioned. These different forms or shapes must depend on taste, and
so must also the details of the mechanical arrangements which govern and
retain the sections of the surface of the table securely to the desired positions,
and carry my improvement into effect.
DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS.
Figure 1 shows the surface of a table of eight sections, capable of being
expanded into a larger size, as represented at Figure 2; and Figure 3 shows
the same table still further expanded, the filling pieces or leaves b, b, being
larger than those in Figure 2, thus causing the sections a, a, of the original
table Figure 1 to be further diverged in Figure 3 than in Figure 2. Figure
4 represents the surface of a round table of six sections, capable of being
expanded, and forming a table of another shape and size; it being when
expanded of nearly an oval figure, as shown at Figure 5. Figure 6 shews the
surface of an oblong table of four sections, also capable of being expanded, as
shewn in Figure 7. In the several Figures, a, a, are the sections of the
surface of the original or unexpanded table, these sections being so arranged
that they are capable of diverging in radial grooves, or are controlled to move

page_text: in radial directions, as will be hereafter described. Figure 8 shows the
sections a drawn out to the position required for introducing the leaves or
filling pieces b, b, which fill up the spaces between the sectious a, a, to
complete the surface of the larger table, as Figure 2.
5 shown detached in plan and edge views at Figure 9. I propose first to
One of the leaves is
describe the construction of a table in which the sections a, a, are drawn
outward by hand. I afterwards intend showing constructions in which the
sections are caused to diverge simultaneously by turning the surface and bed
of the table round the pillar. The sections a are securely attached to sliding
pieces c, (see the detached under side and edge views of one of the sections a,
Figure 10 moving in the spaces between the guide pieces d, d, of the
framing of the table, the ends of which guide pieces are connected together
by the hoop or ring e of the framing, and form the bed of the table, which bed,
in this instance, is attached to the main supporting arms ff, which project
from the pillar of the table.
The slides and guide pieces are fitted to each other with a tongue and
groove. When the table is to be expanded, the sections a, a, are drawn
outward as shewn in Figure 8, then the several leaves or filling pieces b, b, aro
placed on the bed of the table between the sections a, a.
metal g fixed on each of the pointed ends of the leaves, take into grooves or
The pieces of
notches formed round the metal centre pin or button h, and project over and
under to complete the junctions at the centre, and to give the required
strength. The sections a are then forced inward into close contact with
the leaves or filling pieces b, so as to form a complete surface to the
table, as shewn in Figure 3. The edges of the sections a, and also of
he leaves b, have projecting ribs or tongues and grooves formed on them,
o as to make the joints complete. When the table is to be reduced to
ts original size, the sections a must be again drawn outward a short distance
o as to disunite them from the leaves or filling pieces b, which filling pieces
ay then be removed, and the sections a pushed inwards to form the original
zed table. When it is desired to construct my improved expanding table in
ich manner as to make the sections a diverge or move simultaneously from
e centre, in order to expand the table, the bed of the table rests and turns
the pin affixed on the top of the pillar k, and on the outer ends of the main
pporting arms f, f (see the section of Figure 11). In Figures 11, 12, 13,
d 14, the expansion of the surface of the original table is obtained by means
the curved arms or levers 1, 1, connected at their inner ends to the main
pporting arms f, and their outer ends to the under side of the sliding pieces c
the sections a, a; these connections are formed by pins passed through the

page_text: ends of the levers to allow of movement.
Figure 12 Snow
original table with the sliding pieces c within the framing of the table; the
sections a, a, which are otherwise affixed to the sliding pieces c, being removed
Figure 13 is a view with the sliders
to expose the parts more clearly.
expanded, also without the sections a, a; and Figure 14 is another view with 5
the sections affixed to the sliding pieces c, the surface being expanded, and in
the proper condition for receiving the filling pieces b, b, to make up the larger
table. When it is wished to expand the table from a small to a larger size,
the sections a, a, with the bed of the table, are to be moved partly round the
pillar in the direction of the arrows in the several Figures, when the levers 1, 1, 1
(from their being connected at one end to the stationary arms f, and at the
other to the sliding pieces c,) will cause the sections to diverge or move outward
from the centre, the sliding pieces c and guides & causing them to move outward
in radial directions into the positions shewn in Figure 14. When this is done,
the leaves or filling pieces b, b, which are to complete the surface of the larger
table, are to be placed on the bed in their proper situations, and by moving
the sections a short distance round in the reverse direction, they will be made
by the same means to move inward, and close upon the leaves or filling pieces
and complete the surface of the table, and resemble in appearance that shewn
in Figure 2. The bed of the table in this instance rests upon the outer ends
of the arms f, by a projecting rib or fillet m, placed on the inside of the outer
ring or hoop e of the bed of the table (see the section Figure 11), and there
are clamp pieces screwed on the top of the arms f, which project over the
fillet and prevent any strain upon the table on its being moved about, or lifted
by taking hold of the outer part of the sections or rim. In Figures 15, 16, 17,
and 18, the expansion of the surface of the original table is obtained by curved
bars 1, 1, all of the same curvature (except in the case hereafter stated) attached
to the stationary main supporting arms f, and saddle pieces connected to the
These saddle pieces embrace the curved bars 1, and slide
sliding pieces c.
upon them when the surface and bed of the table are turned round, thus
causing the sections a to diverge. In this instance, the bed of the table
is mounted and rests upon the top part of the pillar in the centre, and
on the circular bar n, see Figures 15 and 18, supported by the arms f. f, to
which it is attached. The sliding pieces c, c, are furnished with the before
mentioned saddle pieces o, mounted on their under sides (see the detache
under side and edge views of one of the sections at Figure 19, and the section
of the table at Figure 18). These saddle pieces turn upon centre pins t
allow them to move freely, and to follow the direction of the curved bars
(see Figure 15, which is a plan of the arms f, the circular bar n, and th

page_text: curved bars,, which together with the pillar form the main stationary
framework of the table, the other parts being removed.
surface and the bed of the table round in the direction of the arrows in
By turning the
the several Figures, the curved bars, from their being fixed to the arms f of
5 the table, cause the saddle pieces o, and slides carrying the sections a, to
diverge or move outward simultaneously into the position shewn in Figure 17,
when the leaves b, b, may be placed on to the bed of the table between the
sections a, a, and by moving the surface bed a short distance round in the
reverse direction, the sections will be drawn inwards close upon the leaves, and
0 form the surface of the table complete, similar to that shewn in Figure 2.
When the table is to be reduced to its original size, the sections a, a, are
again to be moved in the direction of the arrows a short distance and the
leaves removed, when the sections a, a, will be free to be turned round in the
reverse direction, by which the curved bars will draw in the slides c, and with
them the sections a, a, affixed thereto, so as to form the table of the smaller
size, and similar to that represented at Figure 1. Figure 16 is a plan of the
bed placed upon the framework of the table, the sliding pieces c being shewn
between the guide pieces d, and in the position they would be in when the
table is of its original size, the sections a being removed to expose the parts
more clearly. Figure 17 is another view shewing the parts in the position
they are in when the larger table is formed.
Figure 20 is another arrangement of my improved table, in which the
expansion is obtained by curved grooves l, formed in a bottom board fixed on
to the frame of the table; but I prefer the former method. These curved
grooves cause the sliding pieces c to move outward in like manner to the bars
7 last described. In this instance, the sliding pieces c are furnished with pins
or studs o, projecting into metal runners p (see the detached representations
of one of the sliders with a runner at Figure 21). The table shewn in
Figure 4 is expanded into the shape represented in Figure 5, in the following
manner-The side sections a, a, of the surface of the original table are of
different dimensions to the end sections a*, a*, and are moved outward into
the position shewn in Figure 22, by sliders c, moving in between the guides
1, d, and are to be acted on by any of the means herein described for causing
the sections a, a, to diverge to their proper positions, observing when the
ections are to be moved simultaneously, that the grooves or bars / are of
curves adapted to give additional speed to those sections which have to diverge
greater distance than others, and which curves are familiar to every
nechanic. The sections or the filling pieces b, b, required to fill up the spaces
etween the sections are also of different shapes, in order to make up the

page_text: table of the shape shewn in Figure 5, and are furnished with projeceg
or tongues and grooves on the edges as in the former instance.
Figure 23 shews the sections a of the oblong table expanded to allow the
leaves being introduced to form the enlarged table shewn at Figure 7. The
sections a, a, are moved outward by sliding pieces, pins, runners, and grooves 5
or saddle pieces, and curved bars, or by hand separately, as before described,
in reference to the former arrangements, and the edges of the sections a and
leaves are also formed with tongues and grooves on their edges, to keep the
joints perfect.
In conclusion I would remark, that all the arrangements of my improved
table should be supplied with proper stop pieces to prevent the sections being
projected beyond the necessary distance; which stop pieces may be placed in
various parts, according to the shape or construction of the table; and further,
that the surface of the table may be divided into more or less sections than
those herein shewn to suit different shapes and sizes; also, that a portion of
the surface in the centre part of the table may be left fixed to the bed, the
sections, and leaves, or filling up pieces being shaped accordingly; but I think
this is not so convenient a mode of carrying my improvement into effect. I
would remark, that, according to the description and the various Figures of
the Drawings, it will be seen that the sections a, a, diverge in parallel and
radial guides d, but it is not essential that such guides should be radial, though
I believe it to be preferable, for it will be evident that the sections a, a, may
diverge from a common centre in directions not truly radial. I would also
remark that it will be evident that the improved expanded table shown at
Figures 1 and 3, is capable of assuming any intermediate size between those
shown, depending on the size of the filling pieces or leaves b.
Having thus described the nature of my Invention, and the manner of
carrying the same into effect, I would remark that I do not claim the various
parts separately of which the same is composed, nor do I confine myself to
the precise manner of moving the sections a, a, of the surface of the table
but I do declare that my Invention of an improved expanding table consist
in constructing the same so that the sections a, a, of which the original o
unexpanded table is composed, may diverge from a common centre, and th
table be enlarged or expanded by inserting leaves or pieces in the openings o
spaces caused by the divergence as herein-before described.
In witness whereof, I, the said Robert Jupe, have hereunto set m
hand and seal, this Eleventh day of September, in the year of ou
La Que thousand eight hundred and thirty-five.
ROBERT (L.S.)

page_text: AND BE IT REMEMBERED, that on the Eleventh day of September, in
the year of our Lord 1835, the aforesaid Robert Jupe came before our said
Lord the King in His Chancery, and acknowledged the Specification afore-
said, and all and every thing therein contained and specified, in form above
written. And also the Specification aforesaid was stamped according to the
tenor of the Statute made for that purpose.
Inrolled the Eleventh day of September, in the year of our Lord One
thousand eight hundred and thirty-five.