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An Improved Writing Tablet.
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 7th Oct., 1895-Accepted, 23rd Nov., 1895
An Improved Writing Tablet.
I, FRANZ SCHAEFER of 16 Pestalozzi Strasse, Charlottenburg Deal Berlin in-
the Empire of Germany, Manufacturer, do hereby declare the nature of this
invention and in what manuer the same is to be performed, to be particularly
described and ascertained in and by the following statement.-
This invention has for its object an improved writing tablet and is shown in
Figures 1, 2 and 3 of the accompanying drawing,
Figure 1 being a front view of the tablet in a frame,
Figure 2 a cross section of the same, and
Figure 3 a font view of the surface of the tablet ruled in squares.
These improved tablets are of great durability, and may be witten on with
pencil in the ordinary manner as with writing paper. They have however, the
extraordinary advantage over writing paper that what is written thereon may be
vory easily removed by means of a dump sponge, as is done for instance in the case
of writing slates
The unproved writing tablet consists of a piece of smooth card or bullboard Z
of suntable thickness as a foundation or centre laycı, (see Figure 2) covered on
one or both sides with fue white paper, which in turn is covered with a sheet of
white, spotless, parchment paper pp free from acid and of suitable thickness.
In order to produce on the tablets lines which will not wash out (either
horizontally as shown in Figure 1, or in squares as shown in Figure 3, or in any
other pattern), the sheets of white papel are suitably ruled with ink on colour
before the parchment paper is pasted over them, so that these lives are visible
through the parchment paper which covers them. After the cards or millboards
have been covered with the parchment paper and the latter has been well
smoothed or polished, the tablets are twice impregnated on both sides with the
following solutions

page_text: Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inveu-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is
1. A writing tablet comprising a cardboard or like foundation and a covering of
parchment paper treated substantially as set forth whereby pencilled writing thereon
may be readily washed off.
2. A writing tablet comprising a cardboard on like foundation marked with lines
in any desued patton, and a covering of parchment paper treated substantially as
set forth, whereby pencilled writing thereou may be ieadily washed off without
injuring the lined pattern visible therethrough
3. A writing tablet having its writing surface or surfaces formed of parchment
paper coated with a solution of glue, wheat starch and water glass, and fixed in a
solution of alum, substantially as set forth.
4. The improved writing tablet adapted to take pencilled writing and to allow of
same being readily washed off substantially as herein before described.
Dated this 5th day of October 1895
WM P. THOMPSON & Co.,
Of 6 Lord Suicet, Liverpool, Agents for the Applicant
WM P. THOMPSON & Co.,
Of 6 Lord Suicet, Liverpool, Agents for the Applicant
An Improved Lace Curtain and Valance Combined in One Article.
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 18th Feb., 1895
Complete Specification Left, 20th May, 1895-Accepted, 22nd June, 1895
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Lace Curtain and Valance Combined in One Article.
CHARLES HENRY CLARKE and ALFRED HARRIMAN CLARKE, Lace Manu-
facturers, 1 Plumptre Street Nottingham do hereby declare the nature of this
invention to be as follows:-
This invention relates to an improved lace curtain & vallance combined, and
made on a lace curtain machine in one article, which is done by making the vallance
at the top of the curtain.
Dated this 16th day of February 1895.
CHAS. HENRY CLARKE.
ALFRED HARRIMAN CLARKE.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Lace Curtain and Valance Combined in One Article.
We, CHARLES HENRY CLARKE and ALFRED HARRIMAN CLARKE, Lace
Manufacturers, both of 1 Plumptre Street, Nottingham, do hereby declare the
nature of this invention, and in what manner the same is to be performed, to be
particularly described and ascertained in and by the following statement :-
This invention relates to an improved lace curtain and valance combined made
on a lace curtain machine in one article, which is accomplished by making the
valance at the top of the curtain.
A combined curtain and valance made according to our invention is represented
in the accompanying drawings, in which Fig. 1 shows a curtain and valance in use
and Fig. 2 shows the upper part of the curtain and the valance opened out flat.
In carrying our invention into effect we arrange the Jacquard cards to produce
the curtain proper, represented at a, of any desired pattern, and at the top thereof,
where the valance b is to be folded over on to the curtain a, we preferably arrange
the Jacquard cards to produce two bands cc of close cloth weaving separated from
each other by a narrow band d of more open work, upon the line of which the
valance b is folded over on to the curtain a.
If desired a single broad band c of close cloth weaving may be employed to
divide the body of the curtain from the valance and to serve as the folding line.
The Jacquard cards are arranged to produce any desired pattern for the
valance.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of our said inven-
tion, and in what manner the same is to be performed, we declare that what we
claim is
HARRIS & MILLS,
23 Southampton Buildings, London, W.C., Agents.
Improvement in Spring Contact Switches.
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 21st Sept., 1895
Complete Specification Left, 19th June, 1896-Accepted, 25th July, 1896
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvement in Spring Contact Switches.
We BERNARD MERVYN DRAKE and JOHN MARSHALL GORHAM Electrical
Engineers both of 66, Victoria Street, Westminster, London, S.W. do hereby
declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
Our invention relates to an improved construction of contact in connection with
our Patent No. 18292 of 1890. Where a larger bearing surface is required
especially for use with large currents it is found advisable to provide a number of
independent contacts with a space between each and the next so arranged that each
acts as an independent spring and ensures an efficient bearing against the fixed
contact. In order to attain this result we construct the U shape piece described
in our Patent No. 18292 with a receptacle at each end into which we pack a
number of sheets of brass or other suitable metal with a distance piece between
each and the next, the whole being clamped together by bolts. A portion of these
sheets is afterwards bent outwards sufficiently to give them a spring action against
the fixed contacts.
Dated this 20th day of September 1895.
BERNARD MERVYN DRAKE.
JOHN MARSHALL GORHAM.
We BERNARD MERVYN DRAKE and JOHN MARSHALL GORHAM, Electrical
Engineers, both of 66, Victoria Street, Westminster, London, S.W. do hereby
declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the same is to be
performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following
statement:-
Our invention relates to an improved construction of contact in connection with
our Patent No. 18292 of 1890. Where a large bearing surface is required
especially for use with large currents it is found advisable to provide a number of
independent contacts with a space between each and the next so arranged that each
acts as an independent spring and ensures an efficient bearing against the fixed
contact. For this purpose we construct the U shaped piece described in our
previous patent and shewn in the accompanying drawings at E. E. E. with a
receptacle or box D at each end into which we pack a number of sheets of brass B
or other suitable metal with distance pieces K between each and the next the
whole being clamped together by bolts F. F. The portions of the sheets B. B.
which project beyond the box or receptacle are bent at an angle as shewn
sufficiently to give them a spring action against the fixed contacts C. C. The
main adjustment of all the contacts is effected by means of the screw H. It will
be seen that the contacts B. B. can be easily replaced when required.
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page_text: Having particularly described and ascertained the nature of our said inven-
tion, and in what manner the same is to be performed, we declare that what we
claim is :
1. The addition of a receptacle or box at the ends of our spring contact
switch carrying a number of independent contacts substantially as described.
Dated this 19th day of June 1896.
BERNARD MERVYN DRAKE.
JOHN MARSHALL GORHAM.
Improvements in or relating to Tobacco Pipes and Cigar and Cigarette Holders.
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 1st Feb., 1895-Accepted, 23rd Mar., 1895
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in or relating to Tobacco Pipes and Cigar and
Cigarette Holders.
I, JOHN POTTS of 36 Liversage Street, Derby in the County of Derby,
Metal-mounter, do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what.
manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained
in and by the following statement :-
The object of my invention is to provide an improved device for the use of
tobacco smokers, especially when cycling or engaged in other exercise, amusement.
or occupation in which the hands are engaged.
In describing this invention reference will be had to the accompanying drawing
which is a perspective view of my improved device.
My improved device consists in forming a bowl or holder A for the reception of"
the cigar, cigarette or tobacco, the same being formed in any desired pattern and
not necessarily as an acorn as illustrated, it is provided with any suitable means at.
the back such as a pin B for fixing to the coat or other garment, and also with a
short tube C or other suitable means for receiving a flexible tube D of any con--
venient length carrying at its other end a mouth-piece E for the smoker to place in
his mouth: it will thus be seen that he may secure the bowl or holder A to his..
button hole or in any other desired position away from his face. It is evident that.
I may employ a variety of devices for securing the back of the bowl to the coat or
other garment or in other position, such as a button, solitaire, loose link, safety-pin.
or the like.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed I declare that what I
claim is
1
1. The improved device for the use of tobacco smokers consisting of a bowl or
holder A with any suitable means such as a pin B for securing the same to the coat.
or other garment, with the tube C, flexible tube D and mouth-piece E substantially
as and for the purposes described and illustrated.
Dated this 31st dow of Tenue 1805
W. SWINDELL,
Agent for the Applicant.
Improved Stick and Umbrella Stand.
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 17th June, 1895-Accepted, 20th July, 1895
Improved Stick and Umbrella Stand.
I, JOHN OSBORN TONKIN, of Fürstenbrunnerweg, Westend, near Berlin, in
the German Empire, Engineer, do hereby declare the nature of my said invention
and in what manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and
ascertained in and by the following statement :-
The umbrella and stick stands at present in use composed of arms provided at
their free ends with india-rubber rollers for narrowing the entrance between such
arms receiving the sticks or umbrellas, are all defective in so far that the elasticity
of the rollers allows but a small extension of said entrance between the arms, and
hence the stand cannot be used for sticks and the like of large diameter. Moreover,
in a comparatively short time, the rollers lose their elasticity owing to the frequent
use to which they are put.
The object of this invention is to remedy such defect by fixing the rollers on
spring arms or carriers. It will be evident that in this instance the rollers need
not be made of indiarubber, although it has been found preferable to employ such
material on account of the elasticity and softness of same and the less liability to
scratch or otherwise mark the stick or umbrella on being put in the stand.
I will now describe my invention with reference to the accompanying drawing in
which
Fig. 1 is a plan view of the stand, the top plate being partly removed and
Fig. 2 a section on line x-a of Fig. 1.
The rollers a, which are made of indiarubber or other suitable material, are
mounted at the ends of arms or carriers 6 of spring steel or other suitable elastic
or resilient material secured edgewise to the plate c. The L-shaped plate d, and
the arms d forming the openings d for receiving the sticks or the like, are not in
connection with the spring carriers b at all, and hence the latter are free to move
laterally when a thick stick or umbrella is pushed between the rollers a into the
openings d². It will therefore be evident that the stand is capable of receiving
sticks of any diameter not exceeding the distance apart of the stationary arms d'.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is :-
A stick or umbrella stand, provided with spring arms or carriers (b) on the free
ends of which rollers (a) are mounted, substantially as described and shown in the
drawing.
Dated this 17th day of June 1895.
A. F. SPOONER,
124, Chancery Lane, W.C., Agent for the Applicant.
Improvements in Pipes for Smokers.
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 11th Sept., 1895-Accepted, 19th Oct., 1895
Improvements in Pipes for Smokers.
I, JAMES RICHARDSON BROWN, Engine Driver, 30 Foster Street, Brotton,
Yorkshire, do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the
same is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by
the following statement :-
The object of my invention is to make a pipe which will obviate the liability
of the nicotine, saliva or other moisture to pass into the smokers mouth, and also
by the admission of air to render the pipe a cooler smoking one.
In describing a pipe made in accordance with my invention I shall refer to
the drawing annexed to this Specification.
A small tube a of vulcanite or other suitable material opens into the bottom of
the bowl b and projects towards the mouth-piece and is closed at the end by a
stopper or plug c.
In the top of the tube is made a small hole d which admits air and so renders
the pipe cooler smoking than it would otherwise be. In the bottom of the tube is
made another and larger hole e. The hole e opens into the chamber f in the pipe
stem 9.
The chamber f collects or retains the saliva and nicotine and prevents
the latter passing into the smokers mouth. The chamber f extends forward towards.
the bowl but does not communicate with it, and is opened at the other end h for the
insertion of the mouth-piece i. The end of the mouth piece at I may be of the
form shown or of any other suitable shape. The tube a is encircled by a small
ferrule j, soldered or otherwise attached to the usual ferrule of the pipe stem 9.
The ferrules and k have holes in them when they pass over the holes d and e.
My improved pipe may be made of any suitable material or combination of
materials and although I have described a pipe constructed to fully carry out my
invention nevertheless I do not confine myself to the exact forms, relative pro-
portions or distribution of the respective parts as any or all of them may be
considerably varied without departing from the spirit of my invention.
my said
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of
invention, and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what
I claim is:-
1. In pipes for smokers the combination of a tube closed at one end and com-
municating with the bowl of the pipe at the other end and having an air hole open
to the atmosphere and another hole opening into a chamber formed in the stem of
the pipe for the retention of moisture, the whole substantially as described in the
above Specification and exemplified by the accompanying drawings.
2. In pipes for smokers the use of an air-hole for cooling the smoke on its
passage from the pipe-bowl towards the smokers mouth, substantially as, and for
purpose, set forth in the above Specification.
Dated this 11th day of September 1895.
HUGHES & YOUNG,
23 Coleman Street, London, E.C., Agents for Applicant..
HUGHES & YOUNG,
23 Coleman Street, London, E.C., Agents for Applicant..
An Improved Substitute for Ratan Cane.
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 30th Oct., 1895
Complete Specification Left, 27th July, 1896-Accepted, 30th Oct., 1896
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Substitute for Ratan Cane.
JULIUS BOUSQUET Maritime Engineer Boulevard St. Michel 97 Paris at
present residing at Hazel Bank Gourock Scotland do hereby declare the nature of
this invention to be as follows:-
We understand by metallic ratan cane wires made of metals or alloys whatever
the strength, elasticity and form we give to them produces such a flexibility they
can be wrought between the hands of the workman in the same manner as the
vegetable ratan cane; that is to say, the arrangement of wires etc. is the same
thing as the vegetable ratan cane and in consequence will become an advantageous
substitute in all works where vegetable ratan cane is used or might be used.
Dated this Third day of December 1895.
An Improved Substitute for Ratan Cane.
JULIUS BOUSQUET, Maritime Engineer Boulevard St. Michel 97 Paris do
hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the same is to
be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following
statement :-
We understand by metallic ratan cane, wires plano convex a or flat b narrow or
broad, made of any metals or alloys whatever, that their strength, elasticity and
flexibility are such, that they can be wrought by the workman in making plaited
work in the same manner as the vegetable ratan cane; that is to say, the arrange-
ment of wires, the disposition, tie, etc. is the same thing as the vegetable ratan cane
and consequently will prove an advantageous substitute in all plaited works where
vegetable ratan cane is used or might be used.
The metallic wires described are prepared by the ordinary process in the metallic
manufactories, they are after used by my workmen, principally in the manufacture
of chairs, armchairs, couches etc. etc.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is:
The metallic ratan cane is wrought in all plaited work by the workmen in the
same manner as the vegetable ratan cane and thus is an improved substitute.
Doted this 05th dow of Jul. 1806
J. BOUSQUET.
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 4th Mar., 1895-Accepted, 4th May, 1895
445
GEORGE HUGHES Patent Agent of 23 Coleman Street, E.C. in the County of
London (communication from Bruning and Muhren Manufacturers of Amsterdam,)
do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the same is to
be performed to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following
statement:
The object of this invention is a removable double address-label to facilitate the
returning of samples and goods. It consists of a removable paper strip for the
ddress of the consignee to be written upon and another strip for the address of
the consigner to be written upon, which latter is covered by the first.
Fig. 1 shows the label ready for consignment;
Fig. 2 a horizontal section of the same;
Fig. 3 a view of the label ready to be returned; that is after the first label has
been torn away.
Fig. 4 a horizontal section of the same;
Fig. 5 the removable label attached to a sample bag
Fig. 6 an upper view of the same.
The removable address label consists of two paper strips a and a¹ which are
glued together at two or all four edges, and of which the one strip a bears on the
inner side the address of the consigner.
It is gummed on the back, in order to fasten it on the parcel.
The upper label a covering the address side of the under strip a to receive the
address of the consignee, is perforated at two or at all four sides (a³ Fig. 1) or
provided with incisions a³ (Fig. 4) in order that the upper label a' may be easily
torn away.
The removable address label may be made either with only the address (Figs. 1
and 2) afterwards to be fixed on the parcel, or it may be furnished to the customers
already fastened to the wrapping, as is shown in Figs. 5 and 6.
b
As shewn in the drawing the wrapping consists of a bag 6 as it is often used in
the consigning of samples.
In this case the under label may entirely be wanting and the address be written
direct on the outside of the bag.
The address label a' is pasted upon the bag so that it covers the address of the
consigner.
In order to make the consignment ready to be returned to the consigner, the
consignee needs only tear away the upper address label a' along the perforation a³
or incisions a whereby the address of the cousigners comes in sight.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed 1 declare that what I
claim is :-

page_text: easily separated by the perforation of the edges a² or incisions a³ and intended for
the address of the consignee to be written upon.
Dated this 4th day of March 1895.
HUGHES & YOUNG,
23, Coleman Street, London, E.C., Agents.
An Improved Manufacture of Tyres for Cycles or similar Vehicles.
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 19th Dec., 1895-Accepted, 19th Sept., 1896
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Manufacture of Tyres for Cycles or similar Vehicles.
I, ALBERT KUNZE, of Rosswein, Saxony, in the Empire of Germany, Manu-
facturer, do hereby declare the nature of this invention, and in what manner the
same is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by
the following statement :-
By this invention, there is provided a tyre consisting entirely of felt.
The manufacture admits of the tyres being made either in a closed circle, or in
an open piece, the ends of which are then joined together by cement, rivets, and
similar means.
In order to carry out the manufacture, it is preferred to mix several kinds of
wool, suitable for the purpose, which are then felted in any known suitable manner.
The felt, thus prepared, is then made into slabs, which are curved by rolling them.
over a drum, laterally. If it is desired to get closed tyres, the ends of the slabs
are felted together before rolling; the tyre remains open when this felting together
has not been performed.
By re-fulling by hand, the tyre attains special durability. By afterwards
impregnating it with varnish, it is made water-proof, so that it does not absorb the
moisture in wet weather.
A felt tyre, according to this invention, is perfectly equal to the pneumatic tyres,
as regards its elasticity, but it excels these in not possessing their drawbacks.
Nails, or the like, cannot render the felt tyre unserviceable, as is the case with the
pneumatic tyres; neither will it slip, either on mud, damp ground, snow, or ice;
it is also much lighter than a rubber tyre.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of this inven-
tion, and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is :-
1. The herein described new or improved manufacture of tyres, namely, a felt
tyre, made by felting several kinds of wool suitable for the purpose into slabs, and
curving such slabs, by rolling them laterally upon a drum; substantially as set
forth.
2. The tyre manufactured in the manner particularly described herein, and of
the type specified in the preceding claim.
Dated this 18th day of December 1895.
CHEESBROUGH & ROYSTON,
15 Water Street, Liverpool, Applicant's Patent Agents.
Improvements in Olips or Supports for Pipes, Tubes, and the like.
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 26th Sept., 1895-Accepted, 26th Oct. 1895
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Olips or Supports for Pipes, Tubes, and the like.
We, GEORGE ALFRED HARVEY and JOSEPH FLINT EAST, trading together
as G. A. Harvey & Company, of 65 and 66 Loampit Vale, Lewisham, in the
County of Surrey, Metal Workers, do hereby declare the nature of this invention
and in what manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and
ascertained in and by the following statement :-
This invention relates to clips or holdfasts for securing pipes, tubes, and the
like to walls or other surfaces whereby a more efficient support will be obtained
than with the clips or holdfasts as heretofore in use.
The accompanying drawing shews a cross section of a rain-water pipe secured to
a wall by means of our invention. The clip or holdfast comprises a curved band A
with side flanges C, and a back strip D, the ends E of which are turned inwards.
The band A is made sufficiently large to partially encircle the pipe with which it
is to be used, and the back strip is made sufficiently long to enable the side
flanges C on the band A. to be slipped under the turned-in ends E.
To secure the pipe to the wall, the curved band A is placed in position on the
pipe B, and the back strip D is slipped between the pipe and the wall and its
ends E engaged over the ends of the flanges C. The ends E.are then knocked
down so as to grip the flanges C and the whole is then secured by nails, spikes or
the like G driven through the flanges C and back strip D into the wall F.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of our said inven-
tion, and in what manner the same is to be performed, we declare that what we
claim is-
A clip or holdfast for securing pipes, tubes and the like to walls or other
surfaces, consisting of a curved band having side flanges, and a back strip with
bent over ends to engage with and grip said flanges, the clip or holdfast. being
secured to the wall or other surface by spikes or the like driven through the
flanges and back strip, all substantially as herein before described and illustrated in
the accompanying drawing.
Dated this 26th day of omhan 1005
F. W. GOLBY,
36, Chancery Lane, London, W.C., Patent Agent for the Applicants.
Means for Protecting Football and Athletic Grounds from Frost.
Year: 1895

page_text: .Date of Application, 25th Feb.,
1895
Complete Specification Left, 23rd Nov., 1895-Accepted, 8th Feb., 1896
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Means for Protecting Football and Athletic Grounds from Frost.
JAMES THOMAS FINNEY Chadwick Street Hunslet Leeds Yorkshire Coal and
Sand Merchant, do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as
follows:-
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Tidal and river sand with salt mixtued togeather to be placed on football and
athletic grounds to protect them from frost.
23rd day of February 1895.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Means for Protecting Football and Athletic Grounds from Frost.
JAMES THOMAS FINNEY Chadwick Street Coal and Sand Wharf Chadwick
Street, Hunslet Leeds, do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in
what manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and
ascertained in and by the following statement :--
That the invention is a mixture of river sand taking from the River Aire in the
neighbourhood of Leeds and common salt from Cheshire viz. 95% of river sand, and
5% of salt, which when placed on football and athletic grounds four or five inches
thick in frosty weather rendered the ground playable also in the event of a thaw
becomes a manure for the ground.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion, and in what manner the same is to be performed I declare that what I
claim is
1. That the invention has been tested on the Leeds Parish Church Bradford and
Halifax Football Clubs grounds and proved a great success in frosty weather.
Dated this 22nd day of November 1895.
JAMES THOMAS FINNEY.
Ear-stopper.
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 5th Dec., 1895-Accepted, 11th Jan., 1896
Ear-stopper.
I, JULIUS BARTELS of Ballenstedt in the Empire of Germany, Physician
do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the same is to
be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following
statement:-
The object of this invention is to close the ear artificially and temporarily,
shutting out all exterior sounds, such an instrument being called an " Antiphone."
Many attempts have already been made to attain this desirable object by means
of wadding, wax and so forth. Some years ago, a Patent was granted in Germany
to a Mr. Boettcher for a metal antiphone which, however, possesses many defects;
it consists of a metal ball with a handle and when introduced into the ear, this
handle projects outwardly, preventing the wearer from lying on his side; moreover
the air is compressed into the auricular tube by the presence of the massive ball and
is driven towards the tympanum, thus causing dizziness and other disagreeable
sensations.
My antiphone is composed of an ovoid hollow ball made of thick wrinkled india-
rubber and having at one of its extremities a hole or slit, and at the other a little
eyelet or loop through which a string is passed. The form is therefore that of a
slightly oval india-rubber ball.
This ball before being introduced into the ear, is slightly squeezed and the
compression being removed when it is lodged in the ear, it resumes its natural
shape, so that the air contained in the ear can pass into the ball and the tympanum
is relieved from all hurtful pressure.
Moreover, the person wearing it, may lie in any position, as the instrument in
his ear will not come into contact with any outside object and therefore there will
be no pressure to disturb or awaken him.
The string may be passed round the neck of the wearer to avoid losing the
antiphone, and it also serves to withdraw the latter when not required.
•
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is:
An ear-stopper, or antiphone intended to preserve the ear from outside noises,
and consisting of a little ovoid, hollow, ball of thick india-rubber, at one end of
which there is an incision or opening, and at the other end of which, there is a
little eyelet or loop to admit a string, the whole as described and for the purpose
above specified.
Dated this 4th day of December 1905
L. DUVINAGE,
Agent for Applicant.
An Improved Composition for Antifriction Metal.
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 15th Mar., 1895-Accepted, 27th Apr., 1895
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Composition for Antifriction Metal.
I HERBERT POTTER of 21 Margery Park Road, Forest Gate, in the County of
Essex, Gentleman do hereby declare the nature of this invention which has been
communicated to me from abroad by Camille Dormoy, of 25 Rue de Buffaut Paris,
France Rentier, and in what manner the same is to be performed to be particularly
described and ascertained in and by the following statement :-
This invention relates to the manufacture of an improved antifriction composition
for bearings of shafts and other running parts of machinery.
For the purposes of this invention lead (pure), antimony, tin and bismuth are
employed.
All the metals are melted separately. The lead in a fluid condition has the
antimony added thereto, and then the tin and bismuth, the whole being well stirred
for complete amalgamation in conjunction with powdered plumbago or graphite,
which may be in any quantity in order that any deleterious ingredient present in
the mixture shall be eliminated.
The treatment of this mixture by graphite produces a high class alloy specially
suitable for antifriction purposes.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of this inven→
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed I declare that what I
claim is :-
The employment of the metals named, in or about the proportions specified,
graphite being used in the treatment, as set forth.
Dated this foth day of Marc 100
H. GARDNER,
Patent Agent, 166, Fleet Street, London,
Agent for the said Herbert Potter.
An Improved Guard or Covering for the Seats of Water Closets and the like.
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 15th May, 1895-Accepted, 29th June, 1895
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Guard or Covering for the Seats of Water Closets
and the like.
We HENRY BENJAMIN of Dunedin in the Colony of New Zealand Financial
Agent and CHARLES WILLIAM ANDERSON 9 Charlotte Street Hull do hereby
declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the same is to be
performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following
statement:—
The object of this invention is to provide a covering for the seat of any closet
which shall always be clean and sanitary or be capable of being instantly made so
by any users of such said closet. This is effected by laying on a closet seat a sheet
or pad made up of any sheets (such as sheets of paper) having a hole in the centre
for use, similar to the hole usually in a closet seat, and also small holes, or other
suitable means of clipping and securing to the said closet seat if required.
The sheets when formed into a pad are secured in any way suitable like ordinary
pads (such as by gummed strips on any edges) in such a manner that they may be
easily detached as required. These sheets may be formed of any suitable material
and may be treated with any sanitary or disinfecting composition if desired.
In using; when the top sheet is soiled or at will, the top sheet is detached and a
fresh one is available for use. The centres cut out in forming the holes may be
used as a toilet requisite, or for advertising purposes.
The sheets or pads or any parts of them may be advertised upon.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of our said inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed we declare that what
we claim is :-
In any closet, the combination of the seat of such closet with a sheet or a number
of sheets formed into a pad, having a centre hole and means of securing to the said
closet seat; the said pad being formed of detachable sheets capable of being easily
removed as required; substantially as and for the purposes described and explained
herein.
Dated this 20th day of February 1895
HENRY BENJAMIN.
CHARLES WILLIAM ANDERSON.
F. W. Golby,
36, Chancery Lane, London, W.C., Patent Agent for the Applicants.
Improvements in or relating to Tapping Barrels and the like.
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 26th Apr., 1895-Accepted, 1st June, 1895
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in or relating to Tapping Barrels and the like.
I, ERNEST LEWIS of Sawbridgeworth, Herts, Gentleman do hereby declare the
nature of this invention, and in what manner the same is to be performed to be
particularly described and ascertained in and by the following statement :-
This invention relates to an improvement in connection with the tapping of beer
and other barrels and like articles, and has for its object to provide a means by
which the taps may be more easily secured in place in the holes formed for their
reception.
In the ordinary manner when taps are to be fitted to the barrels, a strip of brown
paper or similar material is wrapped around the spigot to enable a proper grip to be
obtained in forcing the spigot in, the paper being compressed between the spigot
and sides of the hole. According to my invention this is dispensed with, a simple
tube or collar of paper, cork, board or like material being employed. This tube
tapers slightly to correspond to the spigot and is also preferably made thinner at
the front end to permit of more easy insertion. This tube is placed on the spigot
and the latter is then forced into position the sheath enabling a firm hold and the
latter to be made completely water-tight.
In order that the invention may be more clearly understood, reference is had to
the accompanying sheet of drawings in which
Fig. 1 is a side elevation of a tap provided with my invention and fitted to a
barrel,
Fig. 2 shows one form of sheath and
Fig. 3 a different form in side view.
A is the tap, of any ordinary construction fitted in the barrel B. On the stem
or spigot a the collar or sheath C is placed, being passed over the end of the spigot
and pressed up as far as it will go. Fig. 2 shows a long form of sheath and Fig. 3
a shorter shape, the arrangement being the same in all cases.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion, and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is :-
(1.) In taps or spigots for barrels and the like the use of a tubular sheath of
paper or the like, fitted on the spigot and pressed into the barrel hole, substantially
as described and shown and for the purposes specified.
Dated this 26th day of April 1895.
GEO. H. RAYNER,
37, Chancery Lane, London, Agent for the Applicant.
GEO. H. RAYNER,
37, Chancery Lane, London, Agent for the Applicant.
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 4th May 1895
Complete Specification Left, 4th Feb, 1896-Accepted, 18th Apr, 1896
гHOMAS WATSON HILL 9 Market Place Hendon Middlesex Legging and
Gaiter Manufacturer do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as
follows
It is a legging made from leather shaped at calf by pressing it in a mould thus
makeing it a seamless legging By this method it is more durable, stronger, neater
also more comfortable, not haveing a back seam
It is kept in shape at top by sewing a piece of tape accross inside & strengthening
as required according to meteral used It can be made with leather or cloth
My invention 18, I make a legging with out a back seam
Dated this 3rd day of May 1895
THOMAS WATSON HILL
I THOMAS WATSON HILL of 9 Market Place Hendon in the County of
Middlesex do hereby declare the nature of my invention for an Improved Legging
and in what manner the same is to be performed to be particularly described and
ascertained in and by the following statement
The improved legging is made of one piece of leather only, there being no seam
at the back
When the leather has been cut the size required (see Fig 1 in accompanying
drawings) its soaked in water and then pressed into a wooden mould which
shapes it to the calf and bottom part of the leg It is then taken out of the mould
and strained round the wooden model of a mans leg Here it is nailed and
allowed to remain until dry when it is made up
To maintain the correct shape obtained from the mould and model, a piece of
webbing is stitched across the top of the legging inside (see Fig II a-b)
The legging is stiffened by a V shaped piece of leather being stitched inside at
the bottom of the legging The point of the said V shaped piece of leather 18
upwards and reaches to within about four inches of the top of the legging (see
Fig 11 c d e)
Down the centre of the said V shaped piece of leather a narrow strip of webbing
is stitched, underneath which a piece of whalebone is inserted see Fig II f
Fig 1 shows the front view of the riding legging
Fig 1V shows the back view of the same
Fig V shows the side view of the same
Fig VI shows the outside view of a walking or shooting legging made upon the
same seamless principle

page_text: Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said
invention and in what manner the same is to be performed I declare that
what I claim 18
An improved legging which fits the leg perfectly and therefore is not likely to
get out of place when worn, while it is neater appearance and more durable
through there being no back seam
Dated this 26th day of March 1896
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 21st Mar., 1895-Accepted, 24th May, 1895
I, SAMUEL LAVINGTON EVANS, of Chalkwell Tannery Sittingbourne in the
County of Kent, Tanner do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in
what manner the same is to be performed to be particularly described and ascertained
in and by the following statement :-
My invention consists in the use of a dilute solution of borax or boracic acid, in
which leather is placed for a short time say for a period of 12 to 24 hours after
cleansing from lime etc. in the colouring pits ordinarily used in the process of
tanning. The time during which the leather is placed in this solution will vary
according to the class of hide or skin being operated upon, and according to the
strength of the solution which can be varied within undefined limits to suit
requirements. One result of employing this solution is that bacteria etc. present in
all old liquors are prevented from going on into the better liquors, and consequent
loss by putrefaction is prevented. Secondly the action of this solution upon the
comparatively untanned hide is such that it can be introduced into strong liquors
much more rapidly than is customary with advantage.
I am aware that borax and boracic acid have been hitherto employed in tanning
processes, but my invention consists in subjecting comparatively raw hides say from
two to four or five days old, to the action of a solution of borax or boracic acid, as
hereinbefore set forth.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed I declare that what I
claim is
HUGHES & YOUNG,
23, Coleman Street, London, E.C., Agents for Applicant.
A Vent Peg.
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 29th Jan., 1895-Accepted, 2nd Mar., 1395
A Vent Peg.
I FRANK FILLINGHAM PARKER of 4 Bushey Mead Villas, Kingston Road,
Merton, Surrey, Civil Servant, do hereby declare the nature of this invention
and in what manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described
and ascertained in and by the following statement :-
The vent peg is to be made in the ordinary shape of a vent peg, i.e. conical, the
outer surface being threaded for the purpose of screwing into a cask or any other
receptacle for which a vent peg may be required. Through the centre of the lower
part or thinner end is bored perpendicularly, a hole (d) with a smooth surface;
while through the centre of the upper part is bored, also perpendicularly a hole
(with a diameter considerably larger than the hole in the other end) and with a
thread for a screw. Into this upper and larger hole fits a screw (f), to the bottom
of which is fixed a washer (c) of gutta percha, india rubber, leather or any other
material of which such a washer might be composed. The top of this screw is
fitted with wings (a-a) or a flat piece for turning it with the finger and thumb.
Where the two holes join or meet (about inch from the top) is formed a
platform (p) the surface of which should have a downward slant outwards or should
be horizontal with (p-Fig. 4) or without a small smooth ridge round the inner edge.
A little above this platform (p), in the outer case are bored horizontally two
holes (bb) immediately opposite each other; (or, more holes might be used and
might be bored obliquely or otherwise). When the screw (f) with the washer
attached, is screwed down the washer comes into contact with the platform-thus
the ingress or egress of air through the hole (d) or, past the platform (p) is entirely
stopped; inversely as soon as the washer is raised from the platform, a free passage
is disclosed for the ingress or egress of air. To the outer case should be fitted, at
the sides, close to the top, two small projections (e-e) opposite each other for the
convenience of screwing the peg into the cask, &c. and thus to save the use of any
hammer, mallet &c. in fixing it in the cask, &c. The material of which this vent
peg should be made is preferably brass, but it may be made of any other hard
material, such as some kinds of wood, &c.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed, 1 declare that what I
claim is :-
1. The mauner, as substantially described in the foregoing, of regulating the
egress or ingress of air from or into the cask or other receptacle.
2. The small projections to be used for the purpose of screwing the outer case
into the cask, &c. as applied to vent pegs.
Dated this Twenty second day of January 1895.
FRANK F. PARKER.
Improvements relating to Walking-sticks and Umbrellas.
Year: 1895

page_text: Date of Application, 7th Feb., 1895-Accepted, 16th Mar., 1895
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements relating to Walking-sticks and Umbrellas.
I, HUGO KROLIK, of 93 Alexandrinenstrasse, Berlin, in the Empire of
Germany, Merchant, do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what
manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in.
and by the following statement :-
My invention relates to walking-sticks and umbrellas.
According to my said invention I arrange in the interior of a hollow walking-
stick or an umbrella a piece of indiarubber or like material. This piece is
removable and provided with a handle so that it may be used as a defensive
weapon.
In the accompanying drawing
Figure 1 represents a view, partly in section, of a stick furnished with a piece of
indiarubber.
Figure 2 is a view of the elastic piece pulled out.
Figure 3 is a view of the stick, the upper part being shown in section.
As best shown in Figure 2, the elastic piece a is secured to a bandle which
fits with its lower part into the hollow stick c and serves at the same time as a
handle for the latter, as will be clearly understood from Figure 1.
In order to prevent the handle together with the elastic piece falling accidentally
from the stick I provide on the part of the handle fitting into the stick a spring d
(Figure 2) which is adapted to engage with a groove f in the stick. This connection
is severed by turning the handle b.
Of course the before-described holding device may be constructed in any other
desired manner and may also be dispensed with altogether. In like manner the
shape of the stick and the connection of the elastic piece a with the handle b is
optional.
It will moreover be understood that the removable elastic piece may be arranged
in an umbrella as well as in a walking stick.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion, and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is :-
A walking stick or an umbrella of any desired material with a removable piece
of elastic material, such as indiarubber, or the like.
Dated this 7th day of Dah 100%
HASELTINE, LAKE & Co.,
45, Southampton Buildings, London, W.C., Agents for the Applicant.