matthewleechen/300YearsOfBritishPatents huggingface dataset:
Improvements in the Treatment of Sewage Sludge.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 8th July, 1893
Complete Specification Left, 7th Apr., 1894-Accepted, 30th June, 1894
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in the Treatment of Sewage Sludge.
I ROBERT CAMERON TANNER of 61 Parkgate Road, Chester, Gentleman do
hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
-
My improvement consists in passing partially dried sewage sludge through a hopper
or pug mill to the underside of which is attached a finely perforated cone through
which the material is forced by the rotation of the conical screw at the lower end of
the vertical shaft, falling in a vermicular condition onto a travelling belt or
Archimedean screw, which conveys it into and through a hot chamber where in its
finely divided state it is heated to a considerable temperature and finally is reduced
to a dry powdery condition.
1
t 1
1000
Improvements in the Treatment of Sewage Sludge.
I ROBERT CAMERON TANNER of 61 Parkgate Road Chester, in the County of
Cheshire, 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 :-
My improvement consists in breaking up pressed sludge cakes in a hopper or
pug mill, to the under side of which is attached a perforated cone through which by
the rotation of the conical screw at the lower end of the vertical shaft, the material
is forced to fall down in a vermicular condition on to a travelling belt or other
contrivance which carries it into a hot chamber, where in this finely divided state
it will soon part with its moisture and fall down in a dry powdery condition fit for
immediate use as a manure or for carbonization in retorts, to obtain ammoniacal
liquor and other bye-products.
The machinery which I propose to employ for this purpose is fully described in
Patent for "The Preparation of Peat" numbered 2218, 30th September 1859
granted to William Henry Buckland.
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 breaking up of partially dried sewage sludge into a vermicular condition by
the adaptation of the machinery above referred to.
An Improvement in Axle Boxes for Vehicles.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 24th Oct., 1893
Complete Specification Left, 13th Jan., 1894-Accepted, 3rd Mar., 1894
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
An Improvement in Axle Boxes for Vehicles.
HERBERT HOARE STOUT, 5 Chester Place Marmion Road Southsea Coach-
builder do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows :—
This invention has for its object a simple mode of securing boxes of wheels to
their axles. It consists of an extension in length of box sufficient to allow of a
groove being turned on the outside, the collar of the axle being flush with end
of box. A clip or socket made in two halves and grooved internally to correspond
with the outside of box: and bored on the outer side or end to correspond with
the size of axle, is then fitted. The two halves being held together tight on to the
box with two bolts. A leather washer being provided to make the box oil tight.
Dated this 23rd day of October 1893.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improvement in Axle Boxes for Vehicles.
HERBERT HOARE STOUT 5 Chester Place Marmion Road Southsea Coach-.
builder, 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 has for its object the providing of a simple mode of securing
boxes of wheels to their axles.
This is done by grooving or flanging the end of box on the outside as shown on,
Fig. 3 at B.
The collar of the axle marked A on Fig. 4 is fitted inside box so that its outside
edge is flush with the outside end of box as shown on Fig. 1 at A.
A circular socket or clip shown in Figs. 2 and 5 made in halves and bolted
together on the end of box being correspondingly grooved or flanged, so that the
one flange fits into the groove and over flange of box at B Fig. 1 the opposite or
outer flange fitting right over collar of axle, and bored to fit axle on that side
leaving a recess for a leather washer as marked D Fig. 1 to prevent leakage
of oil.
The socket or clips C are bolted tight on to end of box so that they shall revolve-
with the box and thus enclose the collar of axle on both sides.
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. Grooving or flanging the end of box.
2. Making a socket or clip grooved or flanged to fit into said groove in box, or to-
enclose flange of box, on one side, and the opposite flange bored to fit axle outside
its collar that the combination of box and socket or clip shall entirely enclose-
collar of axle.
3. Making this socket or clip in sections and bolting together, so as to sufficiently.
grip end of box as to ensure both revolving together.
Dated this Twelfth day of January 1894.
ARAM
Improvements relating to Key Chains and the like.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 20th Oct., 1893-Accepted, 25th Nov., 1893
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements relating to Key Chains and the like.
I, Dr. LUDWIG VON ORTH, of Klopstookstr., 53, Berlin, N.W., in the Empire
of Germany, Engineer, 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 invention herein described relates to rings for keys and the like and consists
of a chain, cord, ribbon or the like which admits of the introduction of the annular
part of the key or the like on to the chain forming the ring without separating the
ends of the said chain, which are connected by a locking device.
In the accompanying drawing,
Figure 1 shows the several parts composing the locking device, detached and
Figure 2 is a view of the chain ring complete.
The locking device consists of two incomplete rings a and Figure 1 formed of
metal or other material, one a of which is placed concentrically within the other >,
or above, or close to the same in such a manner, that the two parts may be turned
inversely with respect to each other around a common centre.
Each of these incomplete rings is furnished with an eyelethole c on the side
opposite to the opening f in which one end of the chain is secured so that the
whole device represents a closed ring as shown in Figure 2.
In order to introduce the key or other annular object onto the ring formed by the
chain and the locking device the two incomplete rings a and b are turned in an
inverse direction, so that they cover each other. Into the opening ff thus
presented in the said circular locking device is introduced the key or annular
object, the incomplete ring being then turned through 360° and the chain drawn
through the said annular object which latter is then passed through the opening now
presented in the locking device and on to the chain."
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 locking device for key rings or chains, made of metal or other material,
consisting of two incomplete rings a, b to each of which is attached one end of the
chain or ring to be closed and so arranged that one a may be turned inversely with
respect to the other around a common centre.
Dated this 20th day of Ontchor 1802
HASELTINE, LAKE & Co.,
45, Southampton Buildings, London, W.C., Agents for the Applicant.
Improvements relating to Pedals for Velocipedes.
Year: 1893

page_text: COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
[Communicated from abroad by LA SOCIÉTÉ MALINGE ET LAULAN, of Angers,
in the Republic of France, Cycle Manufacturers.]
Improvements relating to Pedals for Velocipedes.
I, HENRY HARRIS LAKE, of the Firm of Haseltine Lake & Co., Patent
Agents, 45 Southampton Buildings in the County of Middlesex, 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 pedals for velocipedes.
According to this invention the pedal is constructed in such a manner that when
the cyclist mounts the machine he will always find the toe-clip in its place and can
introduce his foot into the same without being obliged to previously turn the pedal
as has heretofore been necessary with pedals provided with toe-clips.
In the accompanying drawing,
Figure 1 represents a perspective view of the improved pedal.
Figure 2 shows a section perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the pedal.
In this pedal the axis of rotation A is not in the middle of the pedal proper but
is shifted as shewn in the drawing so that the weight of the toe-clip B is balanced.
The said toe-clip may be made either in one piece with one of the sides of the pedal,
as shewn, or it may be attached thereto by screws, rivets or other suitable means.
E is a cross piece forming a counterweight designed to bring the centre of gravity
of the pedal below the axis of rotation of the said pedal. The cross piece connects
downwardly extending parts of the cheeks J, and serves not only to lower the
centre of gravity of the pedal and thus cause the toe-clip to return to its normal
position, but at the same time increases the strength of the pedal.
In the drawing a rat-trap pedal is shewn, but it is evident that the above-
described improvements are also applicable to pedals provided with pedal bars of
india-rubber or other material.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of the said
invention and in what manner the same is to be performed as communicated to
me by my foreign correspondent, I declare that what I claim is:—
First. A pedal for velocipedes in which the axis of rotation is shifted so that the
weight of the toe-clip is balanced, substantially as described.
Second. A pedal provided with a counterweight which moves to bring the centre
of gravity of the pedal and toe-clip below the axis of rotation, substantially as, and
for the purpose specified.
1000
HASELTINE, LAKE & Co.,
45, Southampton Buildings, London,. W.C., Agents for the Applicant.
Improvements in Contact Making Apparatus for Electric Switches and the like.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 21st Dec., 1893-Accepted, 27th Jan., 1894
CONT LELE SI MULTICATION.
Improvements in Contact Making Apparatus for Electric Switches
and the like.
I, ERNEST ALEXANDER CLAREMONT, of Cooke Street, Hulme, Manchester,
in the County of Lancaster, Electrician, 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 levers such as are employed in electrical switches, but
is alike applicable for levers that are used in connection with other electrical
appliances.
In the accompanying sheet of drawings,
Fig. 1 represents a longitudinal section of the free end of a lever constructed
according to this invention,
Fig. 2 is a plan of a switch with my invention applied, and Fig. 3 is an edge
view of the same.
In these views similar letters refer to similar parts.
h
In this invention I construct a lever such as herein before named, in the mauner
shown in Fig. 1 on drawing, by countersinking the top and the underside of the
lever b, in which I place correspondingly shaped mica washers d and e, or washers
of other [non-conducting material: I place metallic plates ƒ and g within the
aforesaid washers, and connect the plates ƒ and g by means of a stud or pin / passed
through a holej formed in the lever between the aforesaid washers, said hole being
of a diameter considerably in excess of the pin h, so as to avoid contact with said
pin, but if the pin h is insulated so as to prevent contact between said pin and the
lever b, it is not necessary for the holej to be of a larger size than is sufficient for
inserting the said pin.
By these means I obtain perfect insulation of part of the end of the lever b, and
when said lever is turned so that the insulated end comes between the two jaws k
and k, the jaws are electrically connected through the pin or stud h without the
lever b being in contact.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of this my said
invention, and in what manner the same is to be performed I declare that what I
claim is :-
In electrical switches, or in connection with other electrical appliances, the
use of a lever that is constructed in the manner substantially as herein before
described.
Date: 20 1
D
1000
THOMAS PRESCOTT,
53, Arcade Chambers, St. Mary's Gate, Manchester,
Agent for the Applicant.
Improvements in and relating to Detachable Halter Rings.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 10th Nov., 1893-Accepted, 16th Dec., 1893
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in and relating to Detachable Halter Rings.
I, WILHELM ZIELLENBACH of 12 Friedrich Strasse, Crefeld, in the German
Empire, Procurator, 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 detachable halter rings for securing horses cattle and
other animals and its object is to so construct and arrange the rings that they may
at any time be easily and rapidly disengaged to release the animals.
Two modified forms of apparatus constructed according to this invention are
illustrated in the accompanying sheet of drawings reference to which is hereinafter
made.
The device shewn in Figure 1 consists of the housing A which contains the
removable ring holders E E in the ends of which are suspended the rings H H,
within the eyes G G. BC are the wall plates by means of which the apparatus
is secured in place. One of the plates B is recessed or indented for the reception
of the end of the housing A which is secured in place by the same bolt P by
which the whole apparatus is secured to the wall. The recess in the plate B
prevents the rotation of the housing. The two flat ring holders E E are secured
in place by the pin or bolt L which passes through thein and can at any time be
easily withdrawn to allow of their removal.
In the modified form illustrated by Figure 2 the housing or bracket A forms an
integral part of the front wall plate B. The bolt P previously shewn may if
desired be substituted by the stays or rods S S which hold the plates B C at a
distance apart equal to the thickness of the wall to which the apparatus is to be
fixed. The apparatus is laid in place during the formation of the wall and is
built in. The ring holders rings and pivoting bolt or stud are constructed as before
described and are denoted by similar letters of reference.
By the use of the apparatus described it is extremely easy in a case of emergency
such as fire to immediately release the attached animals.
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 apparatus for detachably securing horses cattle and other animals, the
combination of an open housing or bracket with a ring holder or ring holders
therein, and a removable pin or pivot connecting the ring holders and housings,
all constructed and arranged substantially as herein before described and as
illustrated by the accompanying drawings.
2. Apparatus for detachably holding horses cattle and other animals constructed
and arranged substantially as herein before described and as illustrated by the
accompanying drawings.
Dated this 8th day of November A.D. 1893
WILLIAM E. HEYS,
Agent for the Applicant.
Improvements in Mincing or Sausage Machines.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 19th Aug., 1893-Accepted, 23rd Sept., 1893
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Mincing or Sausage Machines.
I, THOMAS WILLIAMS, the Younger, of Bay Tree Cottage, Church End,
Finchley, in the County of Middlesex, Engineer, 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 mincing or sausage machines, and has for its object
to provide means whereby the machine may be driven at different speeds without
changing the gearing; and whereby the operator can work the machine from the
side, thus rendering the filling tube more accessible than when the machine is.
driven from the end.
According to my invention I mount upon the main shaft of the machine a bevel-
wheel with which engages a bevel-pinion fixed to a shaft at right angles with the
main shaft and working in a suitable bracket. By placing the driving wheel on
the main shaft or on the shaft at right angles the machine may be driven from the
end or side as desired.
To enable my invention to be fully understood I will describe the same by
reference to the accompanying drawing which shews in perspective a machine-
having my improvements applied thereto.
a is the body of the machine which is fixed to a suitable bed-plate b, and c is the
main or mincer shaft. d is the bevel-wheel fixed on the shaft c, and e is the bevel--
pinion engaging with the wheel d, the said pinion being carried on a shaft f rotating
in a bearing in a bracket g also secured to the bed b.
is the fly or driving wheel (or a handle may be used) which is adapted to be
placed upon the shaft as shewn, or upon the shaft c. When the wheel is upon
the shaft c it is obvious that the mincing cylinder will make one revolution for each
revolution of the driving wheel whilst, when the driving wheel is upon the shaft f,.
the mincer shaft will run more slowly than the shaft c if the pinion è is smaller than.
the wheel d.
The bevel-wheel d and pinion e may be suitably proportioned according to the
speed desired.
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 L
claim is :-
The improvements in mincing or sausage machines hereinbefore described and
illustrated in the accompanying drawing.
Dated the 19th day of August 1893.
G. F. REDFERN & Co.,
4, South Street, Finsbury, London, Agents for the Applicant..
Improvements in Means for Connecting and Disconnecting Chains, Ropes, Cords, and the like.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 22nd Nov., 1893
Complete Specification Left, 12th Mar., 1894-Accepted, 21st Apr., 1894
Improvements in Means for Connecting and Disconnecting Chains,
Ropes, Cords, and the like.
I, JOHN GUDGIN, Park Hill Ampthill, Bedfordshire, Inspector of Public
Railway Works, do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as
follows:-
This invention relates to an improved means of connecting and disconnecting
chains, ropes, cords and the like, and the same is carried out as follows.
The connecting piece consists of two pieces of suitable material having approxi-
mately the shape of the letter S. These two pieces are pivoted together at their
centres so that the bent ends lap over one another & form loops; The ring of a
chain or link or the like may be passed into this loop, by turning or rotating the
S shaped pieces upon their pivots; by this means a ready and secure means of
connecting chains and the like is provided, the links being secured on the hooked
ends of the S shaped pieces.
Dated this 22nd day of November 1893.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Means for Connecting and Disconnecting Chains,
Ropes, Cords, and the like.
I, JOHN GUDGIN Park Hill Ampthill Bedfordshire Inspector of Public
Railway Works 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 means of connecting chains, ropes cords
and the like and the same is carried out as follows.
Referring to the annexed drawings
Figure 1 is a side elevation of my invention in its connecting position.
Figure 2 side elevation of same in its opened position.
In order to
a & a' are two pieces of metal having approximately an S shape. These two
pieces are pivoted together at b. By moving these pieces a and a¹ to the position
shown in Figure 2 the ring c may be disconnected from the same.
connect the links c, the pieces are moved in the direction of the arrows 1 and 2, the
links c being placed between the ends of the parts a and a'.
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 is
(1) A chain link or connecting piece consisting of two S shaped pieces pivoted
at or about their centre substantially as described.
Dated this 7th dex of March 1801
A Mechanism Causing an Eccentric Motion to be Given to the Eyes of Models of Human Figure, Busts, or Faces in Wax or China.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 25th Nov., 1893
Complete Specification Left, 12th Apr., 1894-Accepted, 1st Sept., 1894
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
A Mechanism Causing an Eccentric Motion to be Given to the
Eyes of Models of Human Figure, Busts, or Faces in Wax or
China.
HENRY WEISS BECK Watchmaker 69 Mostyn Street Llandudno do hereby
declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
The eyes (A. A) of figure are ball shaped, pierced at the top, bottom & back.
They swing on two pivots (BB) A strip of metal (C) connects them at the back
so that they act in unison. A hole is pierced in through which goes one end
of lever (D) the other end of same is connected with lever E, which acts on a
wheel G. This wheel is attached to a clock movement H. The teeth of this
wheel are so shaped as to cause the eyes to look straight ahead or to each side at
intervals. Two springs F. F. press the levers on to the wheel. The lever E is
altered in size to suit the figure.
Dated this 11th day of December 1893.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
A Mechanism Causing an Eccentric Motion to be Given to the
Eyes of Models of Human Figure, Busts, or Faces in Wax or
China.
I, HENRY WEISSBECK Watchmaker, 69 Mostyn Street Llandudno and
32 St. Thomas Street Scarborough, 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 :-
Referring to the drawing supplied with my Provisional Specification, the eyes
of models A A are ball shaped & pierced at the top & bottom & at the back. Two
pins B B which go through the centre of eyes are fixed in the eye sockets &
allow the eyes to swing from one corner of socket to the other. A piece of metal C
connects the eyes at the back, so that they swing in unison. This piece of metal
has a hole in the centre through which goes one end of a lever D. The other end
of this lever is connected to a second lever E. A spring F ou each lever causes
the hookshaped end of second lever to be pressed against a wheel G. The
formation of this wheel is such, that on being revolved by clockwork it acts on
the levers & thereby causing the eyes to move from one side to the other in an
eccentric and lifelike manner.
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 is:
An animated and lifelike appearance of the models by the adaption of this
mechanism to the eyes of same.
Dated this 11th day of April 1894.
Improvements in Artificial Flies for Fishing.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 1st Apr., 1893
Complete Specification Left, 30th Dec., 1893-Accepted, 10th Mar.,
1894
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Artificial Flies for Fishing.
I, OLIVER HORTON Gun and Fishing Rod Maker, 11 Royal Exchange Square
Glasgow do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
The use, as dubbing for the bodies, of fibres of feathers, (other than those of the
ostrich and peacock) whether undyed or dyed to the requisite colour or colours,
and the use of a solution of solid paraffin or other wax as a waterproof dressing
for flies or fly dressing materials.
D
ليوم
1
1 1000
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Artificial Flies for Fishing.
I, OLIVER HORTON Gun and Fishing Rod Maker 11 Royal Exchange Square
Glasgow, 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 use as dubbing (which is the technical name of the material used in
forming the body of the fly) for the bodies of artificial flies, of fibres of feathers
(other than those of the ostrich and peacock) whether undyed or dyed to the
requisite colour or colours. Said fibres to be wound round the shunk of the hook
direct or spun on to the tying thread before being so wound; and the use of a
solution of paraffin or other wax as a waterproof dressing for flies or fly dressing
materials.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion, and in what manner same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is:
(1.) The use of feather dressing above described and
(2.) The use of above described means of rendering flies impervious to water.
Improvements in and connected with Drain Pipes.
Year: 1893

page_text: COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in and connected with Drain Pipes.
I, GEORGE UNDERWOOD, of 46, Petergate, in the City of York, Plumber
and Builder, 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 improvements in drain pipes whereby the same may be
jointed in a very effective and simple manner.
According to my invention each pipe is provided on one end with a flange
forming a groove or channel and on the other end with a rib or tongue designed to
enter the groove or channel of an adjacent pipe in such a manner that a double
annular space is left between the rib or tongue and the walls of the groove or
channel for the reception of cement which is pressed or poured into the joint
through a suitable aperture provided for the purpose. To prevent the cement
from entering the pipes and to provide a continuous surface inside the latter the
grooved or socket end of each pipe is slightly extended and the ribbed end of each
pipe is recessed to form a seat for such extension.
To enable my invention to be fully understood I will describe the same by
reference to the accompanying drawing, in which:-
Figure 1 is a longitudinal section of the adjacent ends of two drain pipes
constructed according to my invention:
Figure 2 is an end elevation of the socketted end of the pipe; and,
Figure 3 is an end elevation of the other or ribbed end.
a, a indicate the two drain pipes on the outside of each of which at one end is
formed a flange b so that a socket or groove c is formed between the said flange
and the pipe proper, and on the other end with a rib d. Surrounding and at the
base of the said rib d is a ledge e against which, when two pipes are connected as
shewn in Figure 1, the flange b will abut. f is the extended portion of the pipe,
and g the seat or recess designed to receive the same.
In order to joint the pipes,
cement is introduced into the socket e around the rib d, for instance by pressing or
pouring it through the opening h provided for the purpose.
C
Although I have described my invention as applied to drain pipes having end
joints it is to be understood that the invention is also applicable to pipes having
longitudinal joints, longitudinal grooves being formed upon one section and
longitudinal ribs upon the other section.
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. A drain pipe having upon one end a socket and upon the other end a rib so
arranged that when two of such pipes are placed together a double annular space
is formed into which cement is introduced, substantially as described.
2. Drain pipes constructed substantially as hereinbefore described and illustrated
in the accompanying drawing.
Dated this 3rd day of Novembar 1902
G. F. REDFERN & Co.,
4, South Street, Finsbury, London, Agents for the Applicant.
Improvements in Hat Brushes.
Year: 1893

page_text: COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Hat Brushes.
I, GEORGE SANDERSON of 98, Finborough Road, Fulham, London S.W. Butler
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 improvements in hat brushes and has for object to
provide a hat brush which whilst maintaining its utility for brushing the top or the
sides of the hat shall be readily adaptable for brushing effectually and easily
around the brim or rim of the hat.
Hitherto great inconvenience has been experienced by reason of the ordinary
hat brush being too large for insertion in and around the brim of the hat the conse-
quence being that the sides of the hat become bruised and damaged, the hat band
is frequently dragged out of place the binding or edging is injured and yet the
object aimed at of removing the dust which has accumulated upon the brim
remains unaccomplished.
Curved and narrow brushes for fitting into and around the brim of a hat have
been employed but from their size and shape these do not answer for the
purpose of brushing the top and sides of the hat."
Now in accordance with this invention I construct a hat brush which as aforesaid
accomplishes the double purpose, and in order that the same may be fully understood
and readily carried into effect I will proceed to describe same with reference to
the accompanying sheet of drawings in which
Fig. 1. represents the brush as used for brushing around the sides and upon the
top of a hat, and Fig. 2. illustrates how it may be adapted for brushing in and
around the brim and effectually removing therefrom any dust which may have
accumulated Fig. 3. shews its application to the brim of a hat.
Similar letters of reference indicate like parts in all the figures.
According to this invention I form the brush a with an extending portion a¹.
This extending portion a' is provided with a projection b. which fits into a
suitably shaped aperture formed in the portion a of the brush, and is capable
of sliding to and fro therein. When it is desired to brush around the sides or the
top of the hat the portion a' is pushed into and against the part a as seen in
Figure 1. but for brushing around the brim the sliding portion a' may be drawn
out a sufficient distance as shewn in Figure 2. and as also seen in this figure the
front end a' may be formed hollowed out so as to suit it in shape to the curvature
of the side of the hat to enable it conveniently to be used for brushing around the
brim as illustrated to a reduced scale in Figure 3.
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 construction of hat brushes in two portions a a', one sliding within or upon
the other, substantially as and for the purposes hereinbefore described, and shewn
in the accompanying sheet of drawings.
Toul of Mb 1002
HUGHES, ELI & HUGHES,
76, Chancery Lane, W.C., Agents for the Applicant.
Improvements in Gill Boxes or Frames.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 10th June, 1893
Complete Specification Left, 21st Feb. 1894-Accepted, 24th Mar., 1894
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION. .
Improvements in Gill Boxes or Frames.
I, JAMES BARBOUR Machine Maker of Fall's Foundry Belfast Co. Antrim
Ireland do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
This invention relates to the gill bars used in gilling fibres, for which Letters
Patent No. 2545 dated 1st February 1884 were granted to the present applicant
and Abram Combe and James Gamble; and consists of improvements whereby the
manufacture of said bars is greatly facilitated and the cost reduced with further
advantage of securing a relatively close pitch of the gill pins and only one fixed
guide is requisite.
I employ in the construction of my improved gill bar, iron or metal rods of
circular or round section and of such diameter as to gear with the ordinary carrier
wheels and preferably without turning down or forming necks in the said bars ;
and at one end thereof is formed a semi screw or spiral surface for working in
conjunction with the fixed guide for partially rotating said gill bars on the entry
and exit of the gill pins to and from the fibre; or this semi screw or spiral surface
may be cut on both ends of the faller in such a manner that the external guides
placed at opposite corners of the sheet, act on each end of the faller alternately,
such semi screw or cam surface being formed so as to leave one half of the strength
and metal of the bar whereby the requisite surface for partially rotating is
provided.
The construction of gill bars as above admits of fine pitch of gill pins only one
line of such pins being in each bar, consequently one row only is withdrawn as each
bar leaves the fibre under operation.
The major part of the labour and cost of forming the angular clearing surfaces
heretofore necessary, is saved and a much lighter and better bar is produced and
only a single fixed guide instead of a double fixed guide as heretofore is requisite,
as the carrier wheels keep the semi screw or cam surface in contact with the single
fixed guide.
F
.. 71 1 of Tuno 1802
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Gill Boxes or Frames.
I, JAMES BARBOUR, Machine Maker, of Falls Foundry Belfast, Co. Antrim,
Ireland, 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 the gill bars, used in gilling fibres for which Letters
Patent No. 2545 dated 1st February 1884, were granted to the present applicant
and Abram Combe and James Gamble, and consists of improvements whereby the
manufacture of said bars is greatly facilitated and the cost reduced with further

page_text: 2. The improved gill bars having the semiscrew or spiral surface working in
conjunction with one fixed guide for partially rotating said gill bars on the entry
and exit of the gill pins from the fibre under operation.
Dated this 20th day of February 1894.
JAMES BARBOUR,
By his Agent, Walter Brierley,
Penny Bank Chambers, Halifax.
Improvements in Automatic Flushing Syphons.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 23rd Jan., 1893-Accepted, 25th Feb., 1893
GUMIINID
Improvements in Automatic Flushing Syphons.
I, JOHN MERRILL of Albany Road, Sheffield, in the County of York,
Manufacturer, 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 is for improvements in automatic flushing syphons.
It is illustrated in the annexed sheet of drawings in which,
Fig. 1, represents the invention as applied to a flushing cistern for water closets
and the like.
Fig. 2, represents the arrangement as applied to sewer flushing.
Like letters of reference indicate like parts in both figures.
In constructing my syphon I widen out a part of the long leg LL, to form a
chamber C, and in this chamber I place a tipping bucket B, and I terminate the
syphon outlet SO, with a trap T, which should be sealed before commencing to use
the apparatus.
When the water is fed into the cistern or tank, and reaches the inlet end of short
leg S L, the air in the syphon is locked up between the water in the cistern or tank,
and that in the outlet trap, and consequently the water rises more slowly in the short
leg than it does in the tank, the difference in level depending on the depth of the
seal of the outlet trap T.
When the feedwater supplied to the tank has produced a sufficient compression in
the syphon the air is gradually driven out through the water in the trap to the
outlet in proportion as the water rises in the tank and short leg.
When the water reaches the bend or overflow point of the syphon, there will be a
head of water in the tank, and the continued supply causes an overflow into the
tipping bucket which when filled to its tipping point, overturns and throws out the
water contained in it, into and through the outlet trap, and thus produces a vacuum
which permits the head of water to charge the syphon.
The above description applies to the modification shown in Fig. 2.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion, and in what manner the same is carried into practice, I declare that what I
claim is :-
In automatic flushing syphons, constructing in the long leg a chamber containing
a tipping bucket in combination with a trapped outlet for the purpose specified, and
arranged substantially as hereinbefore described and shown.
Dated the 21st day of Lenu 1802
ROBT. F. DRURY, C.P.A.,
Bank Buildings, George Street, Sheffield, Agent for Applicant.
Improvements in Wire Ropes.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 24th Mar., 1893-Accepted, 13th May, 1893
COMPLETE DIDITATION
Improvements in Wire Ropes.
I, JAMES THOMAS SELBY, of "Oakleigh," Hermon Hill, Snaresbrook, Essex,
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 certain improvements in wire ropes, the object being to
provide a wire rope which will not twist or spin when being used in raising loads,
hauling or otherwise employing and making use of such rope, as is found to be the
case with ropes as at present made.
In constructing wire ropes according to this my invention, the outside wires are
to be braided, cross plaited, or cross laid instead of laying up as heretofore. The
braiding or cross-plait or crosslay will consist of a series of strands of wires or
series of single wires or a series of ribbon wires which will be worked on and be
formed around a vegetable fibre or wire core to form the rope.
In the drawings annexed hereto are represented constructions of rope according
to this invention.
Figure 1 is a side view of a piece of wire rope made according to this invention
with strands a. a¹ a², twisted wire plaited in three ply of the twisted wire strands
around a central core so constituting a braided wire rope of great strength.
Figure 1 is a cross section of this construction.
C
Figures 2 and 2ª represent a modification of construction of wire rope with flat
strips of strands or ribbon of wires e braided or plaited around the central core b.
The flat or ribbon of wire consists of lengths of wire laid side by side without
twisting same together.
Figures 3 and 3* shew a modification of this second construction of the cover d
of the core consisting of a series of ribbon wires plaited or braided on around the
centre core b. This modification is further capable of variation by plaiting strands
of wires into ribbon form (the plaiting of such strands may be done first and then
be passed through flatting rolls with slight pressure applied thereto so forming a
good flat ribbon. This is not shewn in the drawings.
The great advantage derived from this construction of wire ropes is, more
flexibility, greater strength, a better wearing device and further such wire ropes
will be untwistable and will not when in use cause the load to spin round whilst
same is being elevated when the rope is being put to that service.
Having thus 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 improvements in wire ropes characterised by the plaiting or braiding on of
the series of outer strands of wires or series of single wires or ribbon wire or wires
around a centre corc as and for the purpose herein set forth.
Dated this 24th day of March 1893.
HUGHES, ELI & HUGHES,
76, Chancery Lane, London, W.C., Agents for the Applicant.
Cycle-tyre.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 26th Sept., 1893-Accepted, 28th Oct., 1893
Cycle-tyre.
I, GUSTAV HILLER of Lessingstrasse 8, Zittau, Kingdom of Saxony, Germany,
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 :-
The present invention is made use of in pneumatic cycle-tyres, and its purpose
is to use the tyre itself as pneumatic hose, and to render it so that repairs can be
easily effected from inside.
On the accompanying drawing, being a cross section of the tyre, a shows the
felloe of the wheel and the mantle forming the air-chamber. In order to tighten
the mantle 6 against the felloe, the rails c c are employed, by means of which, the
mantle can be pressed, with the aid of the screws dd, against the felloe as tight as
required. The rails cc consist of several pieces (segments), of which only a few
bave to be taken off in case of a repair. As in consequence of the fixture of the
wheel-spokes, the air-chamber may become leaky, the rubber band e is stretched
over the felloe a, its ends being held fast between the mantle and the felloe.
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 cycle-tyres the rails cc, which are pressing on the edge of the mantle c,
holding the same fast and at the same time rendering it air-tight, as described.
2. In cycle-tyres the arrangement of an india-rubber band e, serving to render
the mantle & tight against the felloe, the ends of the rubber band being held fast
by the ends of the mantle b, substantially as and for the purpose set forth.
Dated this 23rd day of Sentember 1893.
GUSTAV HILLER.
An Improved Electric Bell.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 11th July, 1893-Accepted, 19th Aug., 1893
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Electric Bell.
I, BERTHOLD ZEITSCHEL, Factory Manager, of 12 Ritterstrasse, Berlin, in the
Empire of Germany, 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 :-
The electric bell which is the subject of the present invention is distinguished
from those previously constructed by the novel arrangement of its parts and its
particular sectional form of gong. It is shown on the drawings in Figure 1 by a
front view, and in Figure 2 by a vertical section.
In the flat case a provided with the hanging slots bb are fitted the downward
hanging contact spring c, with the yoke d, and the bell clappet e as well, as the
contact carrier with the contact g in connection therewith.
One bobbin i is screwed firmly into the bell support and at the other end its
core passes freely through an opening in the case a. The other bobbin k is
firmly screwed by its core k¹ into the case a and passed at the other end freely
through the bell support l. A nut m holds the parts so connected together.
The case a, made of metal, is closed "by a door or flap or by disc plates n
provided with side cheeks which, by means of screws o, are fixed so that they may
be easily detachable. The bobbins i, k, and bell support are enclosed by two
metal shell shaped cover parts which are also clamped by the nut m.
The section of the gong is made in a wave form for the purpose of increasing
the sound. The section shown dotted in Figure 1 has in the centre a wave
depression and at each side a wave elevation t¹. The section shown in Figure 2
has a wave elevation in the centre which is also provided with an opening for the
bell support which turns into a depression t and again into an elevation t¹. The
wave elevations and depressions of which a gong may have more than is here
shown, are arranged concentrically about the middle point and impart to the gong,
as compared with ones of equal size and of the usual shape, a considerably fuller
and sweeter tone, this effect being partly due to the shape and partly to the fact
that, with the same space, much more metal is available for sounding than with
the usual shapes. This new gong is also preferable for mechanical bells.
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. The arrangement of the bell as described and illustrated, in which the case a
containing the contact mechanism and clapper, and the bell support parallel
thereto and carrying the gong h, are connected in a detachable manner, through
the bobbins i k placed between them, by means of a nut m.
2. A gong for electrical and mechanical bells, the section of which is of wave
form substantially as described and illustrated.
Dated this 11th day of July 1893.
WHEATLEY & MACKENZIE,
40, Chancery Lane, London, W.C., Agents.
Improvements in or relating to Means for Preventing and Detecting Alteration of Written Documents.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 20th Mar., 1893
Complete Specification Left, 20th Dec., 1893-Accepted, 10th Feb., 1894
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in or relating to Means for Preventing and Detecting
Alteration of Written Documents.
JOHN RICHARD REEKES J2 Bath Road Bedford Park Chiswick Clerk,
L. & N.W. Ry. ('oy. do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as
follows: :-
This instrument consists of six steel wheels an inch and a quarter in diameter
with teeth cut or stamped out and screwed or fastened together and working on an
axle fitted in a handle in the form of a large seal.
After the written matter to be protected has been blotted and placed on a pad
the wheel is run firmly over it, indenting and perforating the paper making it
extremely difficult for any alteration or addition to be made to the original written
matter without easily being detected by the ink running in and through the
indentations and perforations.
1
3000
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in or relating to Means for Preventing and Detecting
Alteration of Written Documents.
JOHN RICHARD REEKES 52, Bath Road Bedford Park Chiswick, Furniture
Dealer formerly Clerk in L. & N.W. Ry. Co.'s Service 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 is made in the form of a large seal with a wooden handle. Steel
cutters revolve upon a pin or axle fixet between two metal shoulders. When
drawn over the writing the document is cut through or roughened, which prevents
fraud as it would not be possible to add to, erase or alter the written matter. The
steel circular cutters (Fig. 1) are placed in the centre of the pin or axle and are
kept secure by washers up to the shoulders A (Fig. 11). Outside the shoulders there
are two larger washers B which revolve and take the pressure to prevent the
cutters exceeding the dotted line. Any number of cutters can be used according to
the width required. A pad is used under the document.
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 cutting or roughening of a written document by means of small circular
cutters fixed upon a pin or axle attached to a handle which by drawing over and
pressing upon the document does not obliterate but prevents the chance of altering
the written matter.
D
17
1 1
1
1000