matthewleechen/300YearsOfBritishPatents huggingface dataset:
Year: 1887

page_text: I, MILTON SHARP, of the firms of James Sharp & Son, Low Moor, in the County of
York, and M. S. Sharp & Coy., of Heckmondwike, in the said County, Dyers and
Finishers, 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 the method of finishing Italian, Sateen
or lining fabrics, and has for its object, the making of such finish more durable than
hitherto.
I accomplish my object in the following manner. After preparing the goods in the
ordinary manner, instead of dyeing them immediately after being singed, I take them
and put a bright finish upon them, by either callendering or hot pressing; this latter I
effect in ordinary press papers in hydraulic presses. The former well known process
however I prefer, as by that means, 1 obtain a higher finish upon the fabric; I then
roll the dry pieces very hard and tight on to a steaming can or wood roll, which I
place into a cistern and boil for about four hours; and after taking them out, I let them
stand until perfectly cold, then I cause the goods to be dryed, and dyed, in the usual way.
After the goods are dyed, and when in the usual method hitherto adopted, they
would be sent to finish in the press, I repeat the callendering or hot pressing and
boiling exactly as in the "gray "before described. I now dry the goods, and if
required, tenter them, and press by hydraulic pressure in the ordinary press papers to
the finish" required.
By these means, I have produced a finish on the goods of a far more durable and
permanent character than when manipulated in the ordinary manner; a finish which is
unmovable when subject to the tailor's hot iron and wet cloth. The goods have also a
better appearance, being closer on the face, smoother to the hand, and both in handling
and appearance they approach more approximately to Satin, for which they are largely
used as a substitution of that more expensive but less durable fabric.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of this invention, and
in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I claim is :-
The finishing of Italian, Sateen, or lining fabrics by the process substantially in
the manner as hereinbefore described.
TOUN ALICH
Year: 1887

page_text: I, JOHN WILLIAM JAMES of Victoria Works Redditch in the County of Worcester
Manufacturer do hereby declare the nature of my said invention and in what manner
the same is to be perforined to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the
following statement :-
My invention has for its object an improved combination needle or needle case
which serves as a bodkin a needle case or pencil or crochet or other case all in one
compact form.
In order that my invention may be clearly understood and more easily carried into
practice I have appended hereunto a sheet of drawings upon which I have shown two
purposes to which the needle case may be applied in six figures and which will enable
others to further extend the principle.
Figure 1 is an outside view of a combined needle and needle case.
Figure 2 is a section right down through the eye of the needle and case showing a
few needles stored therein.
.
Figure 3 is a cross section on the line A, B. through Figure 2.
Figure 4 is an outside view of a combined needle or bodkin and pencil case.
Figure 5 is a full length section through the same needle and pencil case showing
how smaller needles are stored therein.
Figure 6 is a cross section on the line C. D of Figure 5.
The needle or bodkin shown by the Figures 1, 2, and 3 is suitable for many purposes
of coarse work such for instance as threading tape &c.
The body part EI make hollow and this serves as a receptacle for the storage of smaller
needles fas therein shown. The head part e¹ is screwed or otherwise joined by a
spring or friction at which constitutes a useful article and secure storage for crochet
or smaller or other needles.
Figures 4, 5, & 6 illustrate another combination of which there may be many.
In this instance a pencil point is combined with the eye k¹ and the needle the needle
case body K the pencil being withdrawn into the case by means of the milled
shank by any known arrangement or device, Thus when the pencil is drawn

page_text: inwards the part 3 becomes the point of the large needle or bodkin. The solid eye
part is screwed or otherwise fastened at k to the hollow body part K and answers as
a lid or cover just as e¹ does in the previous case before explained. It will be obvious
that the point may also screw off as the cover instead of the eye or both may do so or
the case may divide at any part.
Having therefor particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said
invention and in what manner the same is to be performed what I claim is :-
The improved combination needle or needle case having the hollow body part E or K
for storing smaller needles with the eye or point acting as a cover substantially as
herein set forth and shown upon the drawings.
Dated this 20th day of Sant 1. 1007
GEORGE BARKER,
77, Colmore Row, Birmingham,
Agent for Applicant.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 3rd June, 1887.
Specification Accepted, 5th July, 1887.
I, THOMAS ALEXANDER MARSHALL of 59 Morrison Street Glasgow Lanarkshire
Semolina 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 has for its object to obtain from oats and a proportion of malt with
or without the addition of sugar, salt or other seasonings a food product which whilst
generally serviceable for culinary purposes is especially useful as food for infants,
invalids, aged and other persons having-weak or impaired digestive organs the food
in the act of preparing it for use being artificially digested.
In carrying out the invention oats either in the form of flour, meal "groats" or
other product of the cereal are first thoroughly cooked by boiling and as it is important
that there should be as little access of water to the material as possible it is, in
proportionate quantities, preferably wrapped or tied up in cloth previous to being
placed in the cooking vessel. With quantities weighing about one pound each it is
found that from 8 to 10 hours boiling cooks the mass thoroughly to the centre which
being effected the material is removed from the boiler and each lump broken or ground
down and thoroughly dried. Instead of being boiled in water the material wrapped
up or not as before set forth may be cooked by the action of steam or it may be
kneaded with water or other liquid and baked or roasted and thereafter ground down.
In any case prior to cooking sugar salt or other condiment may be added in proportions
to suit the taste. After being so treated the oats are mixed with malt preferably in a
state of flour and in the proportion of from 2 to 6 parts of oats to one part of malt
and the prepared food is then made up into packets or tins for sale. The malt
employed is preferably malted barley but malted wheat or other cereals may be used.
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page_text: In using the food the desired quantity of the preparation is first mixed with liquid,
preferably with cold milk, to the condition of a thin paste after which boiling water
or milk is poured in and the preparation is allowed to stand for from 10 to 30 minutes,
according to the temperature at which it is maintained. The temperature should not
exceed 160 degrees Fahrenheit. Whilst so standing the diastasé of the malt acting
on the starch of the oats effects the artificial digestion of the preparation rendering it
particularly applicable as a food for infants, invalids, and aged persons.
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 :-
The food preparation consisting of oats either in the form of flour, meal, groats, or
other product of the cereal boiled, steamed or otherwise thoroughly cooked, dried, and
mixed with raw malt substantially as described.
An Improvement in the Eye of a Needle for the Simplification of the Threading thereof.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 18th Aug., 1887
Complete Left, 11th Apr., 1888
Complete Accepted, 11th May, 1888
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
An Improvement in the Eye of a Needle for the Simplification of
the Threading thereof.
I FRANCIS FRYER ABBEY of Salendine Nook Huddersfield in the County of
York, Merchant do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows :-
I propose to split or slit the head of the needle above and through to the eye
diagonally. The two points of the split or slit to extend about one-third of the
space down each side of the eye, and to lay in the bed of the needle so low as not
to catch the thread or material when in work. The head of the needle to be flat
pointed on each side of the split or slit, the inner space between the two points to be
V shaped so as to admit of the insertion of the thread to be press'd forward into the
eye. The split or slit portion to be springy so as to give a little to the thread or
otherwise to be spaced for that purpose.
.

page_text: B, bed-shoulder, within which lays arm C Figs. 1, 2 & 3. Dots.
position of arm C, as it lay on shoulder-bed, marked.
shewing
in Fig. 3.
a, below
Fig. 4, head of Needle, shewing direction of diagonal V shaped slit Aas.
Fig. 5, upright or vertical view of Fig. 4, showing outer edge of slit point A
level of shoulder Ab, Figs. 4 to 13, and within trough-shaped depression A.
Fig. 6, half-side, and front view of Fig. 4, shewing the direction of the ✓ shaped
diagonal slit A as. Bc, section of thread, in position to be press'd into slit Fig. 6.
Fig. 7, another form of termination of outer slit point A a.
Fig. 8, the slit opened on pressing the thread through the V shaped aperture into
the eye.
Fig. 9, a lock slit, commencing with a straight line at head of needle, as in Fig. 4,
and gradually assuming downwards, to the top of the eye hole, the zigzag shape as
enlarged in Fig. 10.
Fig. 11, the gap as seen, when thread is being passed through Fig. 9.
Fig. 12, a diagonal slit as in Fig. 4, with the surface of the trough-shaped depression,
ribbed or undulating.
Fig. 13, another lock-slit, commencing straight as in Fig. 4, and gradually taking
shape, as seen on top of eye, and as in larger section, Fig. 14.
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 :-
As distinct from other inventions for accomplishing the same object. A more
equal division of the strength of the threading part. A safer mode of holding the .
thread within the needle. Å simpler and more scientific mode of threading; thereby
producing a stronger, more elastic, and reliable instrument. Securing greater
freedom of action, and enabling the most delicate stitching to be performed, with the
most perfect ease, and softness of motion, and securing above all, the greatest
rapidity, and certainty, and simplicity of threading.
Dated thie 0th day of Anril 1888
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 12th Sept., 1887
Complete Left, 23rd Feb., 1888
Complete Accepted, 29th Mar., 1888
THOMAS BLOOR 43 Warstone Lane Birmingham Gold Spectacle & Eye Glass
Manufacturer do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
To enable the wearer to regulate the pressure with this Eye Glass on each side of
the nose.
The screws (marked in drawing) A & B and the top end of nose pieces marked C
which have slits in which the bottoms or ends of screws work along.
In the drawings the screw on the right side marked B is screwed down which
throws the bottom of nose pieces marked E forward. The screw on the left marked A
is screwed up and pulls up the top part of nose piece marked C and forces the bottom
end to go against the eye rim. When both screws are screwed down the bottom
parts of nose pieces are thrown towards each other which lessens the space between
them and so makes the folder grip the nose tighter and by raising the screws the space
is increased and the grip diminished in proportion.
The nose pieces marked E & F work on pivots marked D.

page_text: THOMAS BLOOR Gold Spectacle Maker 43 Warstone Lane, Birmingham 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:-
To enable the wearer to regulate the pressure with the Eye Glass on each side of
the nose.
The Screws (marked in drawing left with provisional Specification) A and B and the
ends of nose piece marked C which have slits in which the bottoms or ends of Screws work
along. In the drawing the screw on the right side marked B is screwed down, which
throws the bottom of nose piece marked E forward. The Screw on the left marked A
is screwed up, and pulls up the top part of nose piece marked (and forces the bottom
end to go against the eye rim. When both Screws are screwed down, the bottom parts
of nose pieces are thrown towards one another, which lossens the space between them,
and so makes the Folder grip the nose tighter and by raiseing the Screws, the space
increased and the grip diminished in proportion.
The nose pieces marked E and F work on pivots marked D.
is
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 action of the Screws A and B in raiseing or depressing the nose piece
marked C.
2. The slit in nose piece marked C in which the ends of Screws work along when
screwed up or down.
3 The ease with which the wearer can regulate the grip of the Folder on his
nose.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 15th Dec., 1887
Complete Specification Left, 11th Sept, 1888
Complete Specification Accepted, 12th Oct., 1888
1, WILLIAM VAUGHAN of Torrington in the County of Devon, Glove Manufacturer,
do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
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This invention relates to gloves which are made of fabric. It is found that such
gloves, and especially silk gloves, quickly wear out at the tips of the fingers, and, in
order to strengthen them, it has been proposed to double the fabric at these points, or
to sew on pieces of kid. These expedients are not very successful and produce an
unsightly appearance.
According to this invention 1 strengthen and protect the tips of the fingers, or
other parts when necessary, by rows of stitching either in straight or curved lines,
which may or may not cross one another. The stitch which prefer to employ is a
chain stitch, as this, by leaving small ridges inside, tends to raise the fabric away from
the nails, and thus prevents cutting.
CARPMAEL & Co.,
Agents for the Applicant.

page_text: COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Gloves.
1, WILLIAM VAUGHAN of Torrington in the County of Devon, Glove 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 relates to gloves which are made of fabric. It is found that such
gloves, and especially silk gloves, quickly wear out at the tips of the fingers, and, in
order to strengthen them, it has been proposed to double the fabric at these points, or
to sew on pieces of kid. These expedients are not very successful and produce an
unsightly appearance.
According to this invention I strengthen and protect the tips of the fingers and
thumbs or other parts when necessary, by rows of stitching either in straight or
curved lines, which may or may not cross one another. The stitch which I prefer to
employ is a chain stitch, as this, by leaving small ridges inside, tends to raise the
fabric away from the nails, and thus prevents cutting.
In order that my said invention may be most fully understood and readily carried
into effect I will proceed to describe the drawings hereunto annexed.
DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS.
Figure 1 shows a piece of fabric from which a glove is to be made. Before it is
sewn the ends of the fingers are brought into a line and the rows of stitching a a are
worked upon them. The fingers are then cut apart and then appear as shewn in
Figure 2. Figure 3 shows the thumb piece also with rows of stitching a worked
upon it. The glove is made up in the usual manner from the pieces thus prepared.
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. A glove in which the finger tips are strengthened by rows of stitching sub-
stantially as described.
2. A glove substantially as herein described.
apparatus or Machine for Vegetable Peelers
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 10th Nov., 1887
Complete Specification Left, 10th Aug., 1888
Complete Specification Accepted, 14th Sept., 1888
FERMO FISSI 12 Coldharbour Lane Camberwell, S.E. do hereby declare the nature
of my said invention to be as follows:-
An Improved apparatus or Machine for Vegetable Peelers and consists of a round
piece of steel wire th of an inch diameter, about four inches long with a knife
running along horizontally with the steel wire, placed into an handle or the handle can
be made with the wire conjointly.

page_text: COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Apparatus for Peeling Potatoes and other
Vegetables.
FERMO FISSI Confectioner 12 Coldharbour Lane Camberwell S.E. 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 :-
An Improved Apparatus for Peeling Potatoes and other Vegetables and the better
to illustrate my Invention reference is made to the accompanying Sheet of Drawings in
which Fig. 1 is a plan of the apparatus or Machine for Peeling Potatoes or other
Vegetables and it will be readily seen that the Blade being provided with a slot or
slit running horizontally along the centre (one half of which is made with a sharp
edge for cutting and the other half blunt to act as a guard for determining the depth
of the cut) forms a convenient and effective article. The plan Fig. 2 similarly
illustrates a modified form the blade being formed by bending up a small rod, and
sharpening one edge as shown in the section alongside.
in Fig. 3 is shown the blade fitted on a handle to close like a clasp knife. In
all these forms I find the point a valuable auxillary for taking out cores and eyes.
And having now described and illustrated the nature of my Invention and in what
manner the same is to be performed, I declare that I claim as my mprovement
An apparatus or machine formed as substantially and described to be used for the
purposes specified.
In witness whereof the said Fermo Fissi have hereunto set my hand and seal
this Tenth day of August One thousand eight hundred and eighty eight.
Year: 1887

page_text: JOSE RUBELKA, 01 1, Magdalenen Strasse,
the Empire of Austria, Manufacturer.
tenna, in
I, ALFRED JULIUS BOULT of 323 High Holborn, in the County of Middlesex,
M.I.M.E. 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 the present invention is to imitate as closely as possible on dolls'
heads, busts or other figures or models the natural hair of the head, eyebrows, eye-
lashes, whiskers, beard and moustachios which up to the present time has only
been possible on heads or busts made of wax-by pricking the hair in and then
fastening it.
"
This invention refers to means for enabling the same process to be carried out on
heads or busts made of other material than wax.
If heads or busts made of porcelain earthenware or other hard material are to be
thus ornamented, recesses are formed on those places which afterwards are to be
provided with hair and the heads or busts are then painted, burnt and finished. These
recesses are then filled in with a soft plastic material into which the hair is pricked-in
directly by means of needles. On heads or busts made of papier-maché, india-rubber
or hard rubber the hair is pricked-in directly into the ready formed head and then
fixed with any suitable gum, glue or equivalent in such a manner that the places
provided with hair may be washed and combed without removing the hair.
This method may be used for busts and heads of all sizes such as models, or heads
for hairdressers' windows or the like.

page_text: Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of this invention'
as communicated to me by my foreign correspondent, and in what manner the same
is to be performed, I declare that what I claim is :-
1. The method of providing heads, busts and the like with hair in imitation of
nature consisting in pricking-in each hair and then fixing the same by means of any
suitable adhesive material substantially as described.
2. The method of applying hair to heads busts and the like made of porcelain,
earthenware or other hard material consisting in forming the heads, busts or the like
with recesses and filling the same with a soft plastic material into which the hair is
directly pricked substantially as described.
Pocket Books Writing Cases, Telegram Cases Purses Blotting Cases
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 8th Mar., 1887.
Complete Left, 7th May, 1887.
Complete Accepted, 5th July, 1887.
WILLIAM JOSEPH DOWNES 109 Queen Victoria Street London E.C. Wholesale &
Manufacturing Stationer & Manufacturer of Leather Goods do hereby declare the
nature of this invention to be as follows:-
Pockets, with cut out openings in front, of various shapes to contain different
value Postage Stamps, which are seen at sight and adapted for the following articles
Card Cases, Letter Cases Pocket Books Writing Cases, Telegram Cases Purses
Blotting Cases &c.
Dated this 7th day of March 1887.

page_text: COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Stamp Pockets for Card Cases, Pocket Books,
and similar Articles.
I WILLIAM JOSEPH DOWNES of 109 Queen Victoria Street London E.C. Wholesale
and Manufacturing Stationer and Manufacturer of Leather Goods 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 enable a person to at once select and withdraw
the required stamp from a card case, pocket book, purse or other like article.
This effect by fitting the card case pocket, book purse or other like article with
one or more stamp pockets and forming a perforation opening or aperture of any
convenient size and shape in the front of each pocket so that the value or denomination
of the stamp or stamps contained in each pocket may be seen at a
enabling the required stamp to be at once selected.
glance thus
Such perforated pockets may be used with equal convenience and advantage for
carrying coins of different denominations in lieu of stamps-The opening or aperture
in cach pocket also allows the stamp or coin contained therein to be readily
withdrawn by placing the thumb or finger on the face of the stamp or coin as seen
through the aperture and pushing it slightly upwards after which it can be at once
taken out of the pocket.
The accompanying drawing shews a plan view of a letter case open and fitted with
my improved stamp pockets, which are thereon marked 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 as of my
invention and as an improvement in stamp pockets for card cases pocket books
purses and other like articles is
Forming a suitable perforation opening or aperture in the front of each stamp
pocket so as to enable a person to at once select and withdraw the required stamp or
coin therefrom in the manner above specified.
Dated this 6th day of May 1887
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 5th May, 1887
Complete Left, 4th Feb., 1888
Complete Accepted, 5th May, 1888
Dated this 18th day of April 1887.

page_text: An Oven for Baking Bread, Confectionery, and Passover Cakes.
We ISAAC ABRAHAMS of number 107 Templar Street Leeds in the County of York
Baker and BARNET WINE of number 32 Regent Street Leeds aforesaid Fent Dealer 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, viz. :—
A revolving Disc marked A on Drawings Figures 1 and 2 to be inserted in any
sized Oven for Baking bread confectionery Passover Cakes and cooking generally
heated by ordinary fire and flues-The Disc may be constructed of any size to fit
the oven in which it revolves and is formed of three thicknesses or parts-
namely
(1) An open framework of iron B Figure 2 having periphery radiating and cross
webs b. b. b Figure 2 on which rests
(2) An iron plate cover C Figure 2 ribbed on the underside between the openings C
Figure 2 of framework and having riveted on to its circumference a shaped band of
iron c¹ Figures 1 and 2 which encloses
(3) A perforated covering or bed of shaped and radiating firebrick quarries D
Figures 1 and 2.
The framework at the centre E Figures 1 and 2 is made to clasp and is secured to a
vertical shaft F Figures 1 and 2 which rests and works on a bed plate G Figure 2 and
passing through the roof of oven and flues is geared by a pair of bevil wheels H. h.
Figure 2 to the overhead Driving Shaft J Figure 2 and thereby the Disc in the oven
is rotated evenly and regularly over the fire and flues.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of our said
invention and in what manner the same is to be performed we declare that what we
claim is
(1) That by means of the revolving disc the bread confectionery cakes and other
preparations are regularly and equally subjected to the heat arising from the fire and
flues.
(2) That the bread confectionery cakes and other preparations are uniformly baked
throughout and of better appearance than can be obtained by means of an ordinary
oven.
(3) That the heat can thereby be continuously maintained in the oven without
interruption or delay of the baking for the purpose of firing.
(4) That by means of the regular rotary motion of the disc, the bread
confectionery cakes and other preparations are brought to the mouth or opening of the
oven thereby enabling the attendant to determine when the articles are properly baked
and immediately to remove them with a saving of time and labour.
Dated this Third day of February 1888.
ISAAC ABRAHAMS,
BARNET WINE,
Applicants.
аци Rope or Cord by Wedge Action.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 18th Mar., 1887.
Specification Accepted, 19th Apr., 1887.
ALCALD аци
Rope or Cord by Wedge Action.
1, JOHN INGLEDEW HOPPER of North Eastern Rope Works, Tyne Dock, Durham,
Rope 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:-
The object of this invention is to construct a sheath or easing of wedge shape in the
interior, and to employ in connection therewith a wedge shaped liner preferably
grooved on its edges and having one end rounded also grooved for the reception of a
rope or cord which occupies a position in the groove of the liner and against the inner
edge or taper of the sheath or cover, the rope having a return round the rounded part
of the liner and up along its opposite side and out through the same end of the sheath
at which it entered.
Any strain put upon the rope causes a closer grip of the wedge shaped liner and
fixes the rope tighter as the strain is increased.
By this invention, the rope is held against slip and the usual method of splicing,
serving, or clamping may be dispensed with.
The sheath is preferably in one piece but it can be made in two pieces, clamped,
screw bolted, or otherwise secured together.
My invention will be understood by the examples shown on the annexed drawings
in which Figure 1 is an edge view of the wedge shaped sheath A, the lower part having
ears B, B, for the connection of a link or shackle by which the load, if used for lifting
or hauling purposes, is affixed, C is the wedge shaped liner, shown more particularly
in the sectional view Figure 2, said liner being in position with the rope or cord
within the groove, in the edge of the liner C and pressing against the inner edge walls
of the sheath with a nip sufficient to prevent it slipping. In this view the rope or
cord end E is loose and the liner is much shorter than the sheath and with a somewhat
broad upper end, but said liner may be pointed or nearly so as at Figure 3 and instead
of the sheath being in one piece (say a casting) it may be in two pieces and provided
with flanges F, F, to be bolted together to constitute a perfect sheath.

page_text: The end of the rope or cord in Figure 3 is shown served as an additional security
but it may be spliced for this purpose if desired.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of this invention and
in what manner the same is to be performed I declare that what I claim is :-
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The wedge shaped sheath A in combination with a wedge shaped and grooved liner C
as a means or appliance for securing wire and other rope or cord between them by
wedge action as set forth and exemplified by the annexed sheet of drawings.
10th day of Morah 1887
H. GARDNER,
166, Fleet Street, London,
Agent for the said J. I. Hopper.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 5th Jan., 1887
Complete Left, 5th Oct., 1887
Complete Accepted, 8th Nov., 1887
We WILLIAM HERON, and EVERARD ATKINSON MOON, both of 10 Bentley Street,
Bradford in the County of York, Merchants, do hereby declare the nature of this
invention to be as follows:-
This invention relates to novel and useful improvements in cloths, or fabrics, for
covering umbrellas; and its object is to produce a comparatively inexpensive umbrella
cloth made entirely of cotton, approximately equal in appearance to the cloth made
of a combination of silk with wool or cotton.
Our improvements consist in employing for this purpose warp and weft of cotton
yarn spun as soft as possible, and gassed to produce a smooth yarn and remove the
projecting ends of the fibres. The shedding mechanism of the loom is adapted to
throw the warp on to the surface, or what is commonly known as making the cloth
the warp way, and it is preferably woven as a three tread twill, thereby producing a
comparatively cheap and very durable umbrella cloth equalling in appearance the
cloths commonly made with silk warps.
DRACUP & NOWELL,
Agents.

page_text: COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Umbrella Cloths.
We, WILLIAM HERON, and EVERARD ATKINSON MOON, both of Bentley Street,
Bradford in the County of York, Merchants, 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 novel and useful improvements in cloths or fabrics for
covering umbrellas; and its object is to provide a comparatively inexpensive umbrella
cloth made entirely of cotton and approximately equal in appearance to cloth made
of silk in combination with wool or cotton.
For this purpose we employ warp and weft of cotton yarn, and our improvements
consist in spinning such yarn with as soft a twist as is practicable or consistent
with it being woven and it is also gassed to remove projecting ends of the fibres
and produce a smooth yarn.
The shedding mechanism of the weaving loom is arranged to throw the warp on
to the surface or what is commonly known as "weaving the cloth the warp way."
We find a three thread twill is the best design for this class of cloth and by
employing yarn of the above description a cloth is produced which after being dyed
and finished in the ordinary manner has almost the appearance of cloth commonly
made with silk warp.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of our said
Invention, and in what manner the same is to be performed, we declare what we
claim is
The improved umbrella cloth having a warp and weft of cotton yarn, spun and
gassed, substantially as herein described.
DRACUP & NOWELL,
Bradford, Agents.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 21st Nov., 1887
Complete Left, 24th Mar., 1888
Complete Accepted, 11th May, 1888
I ABRAM CHARLES HERTS of 5 Ridgmount Street Bloomsbury Middlesex
Merchant, do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
My invention consists in fitting the back of a dress improver with one or more
central spiral springs so arranged that when the wearer sits down the improver collapses
and readily accommodates itself to the required position thus affording comfort and
convenience to the wearer.
Dated this 21st day of November 1887.

page_text: I ABRAM CHARLES HERTS of 5 Ridgmount Street Bloomsbury Middlesex 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 consists in fitting the back of a dress improver with one or more
central coiled springs so as to ensure the improver resuming its proper shape when
the wearer rises after having been seated owing to the expansion of such central
spring or springs thus avoiding the annoyance and inconvenience to the wearer
which now so frequently arises owing to the imperfect action of the frame of the
improver.
DRAWINGS.
Fig. 1 of the accompanying drawings shews a view in side elevation of a dress
improver fitted with a single coiled central spring A which is threaded through the
ribs of the improver as shewn in the Drawings. The lower end of such spring is
secured by being passed through the bottom rib of the improver and clamped down
thereon at the back while the opposite end is passed round one of the studs or rivets
in the frame of the improver as shewn in Fig. 2 which shews a plan view of the top
of the improver. The frame is made of twin wire covered with tape as shewn in
Fig. 1 wherein the bottom rib is shewn with the tape covering partly removed
so as to allow the twin wire to be plainly visible. The tapes are fitted with metal
eyelets so as to prevent the tape becoming worn by the friction of the coiled spring
as it works up and down.
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
Fitting a dress improver with one or more central coiled springs substantially in
the manner and for the purpose hereinbefore described and shown.
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1000
BACK CES
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ELT & Co.,
33, Southampton Buildings, Holborn, London,
Agents for the Applicant.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 25th Jan., 1887.
Specification Accepted, 4th Mar., 1837.
[Communicated from abroad by HENRY M. HAAR and JOHN KRESS, of the City,
County, and State of New York, United States of America.]
I, ALFRED JULIUS BOULT of 323 High Holborn, in the County of Middlesex,
M.L.M.E. 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 shoes for horses and other animals and
the object thereof is to enable the shoe to be secured to the hoof without nailing and
also to allow for variation in the size and shape thereof.
In the accompanying drawing
Figure 1 represents a plan of this improved shoe partly in section.
Figure 2 is a similar plan the parts being in a different position and Figure 3 is an
elevation.
The shoe is formed in several sections A which are lap jointed and hinged
together by rivet pins B which are cast on the half of the section which comes
into contact with the ground. The pins after passing through the upper half
of the joint are flattened the hole being slightly countersunk so as to allow the
head to spread therein. On each side of the shoe at the heel is hinged a
rack CC the teeth of one projecting inwards and those of the other projecting
outwards so as to interlock when placed in contact with each other. On the rack C
a clamp D is rivetted and through the opening therein the rack C passes and engages
with the rack C contact being secured by the binding screw E. Around the outer
edge of the shoe are a series of lugs F cast or forged along with the sections and bent
Prica 7

page_text: to suit the configuration of the hoof. To apply the shoe to the hoof of a horse or other
animal it is expanded as shown in Figure 2 so that it can be placed on the hoof and
after being tried on and the lugs F bent to suit the shape thereof the rack C is passed
through the clamp D and secured by the screw E.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of the said invention
as communicated to me by my foreign correspondent and in what manner the same is
to be performed I declare that what I claim is
A horse shoe constructed in sections jointed together and provided with lugs such
as Fat intervals around the outer edge and also an adjustable fastening apparatus
consisting of racks CC clamps D and screw E substantially as specified and illustrated
in the accompanying drawings.
An Improvement in Rabbit and Vermin Traps.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 23rd May, 1887
Complete Left, 7th Oct., 1887
Complete Accepted, 20th Dec., 1887
An Improvement in Rabbit and Vermin Traps.
WILLIAM BURGESS Berry Lodge Hanley Castle Malvern Wells in the County of
Worcester Patentee of Alarm Guns rabbit and vermin traps do hereby declare the
nature of this invention to be as follows:-
My invention relates to a improvement in self setting rabbit and vermin traps.
The trap consists of rasped jaws with or without corrugated India rubber a fork is
constructed at the end of spring with a brass catch or bar on the treadle on pressing
down the spring the fork slips under the brass pin catch or bar and sets the trap
there being no danger in catching the trappers fingers the jaws and setting part can
be applied to any other trap or traps for catching rabbits & vermin.
WILLIAM BURGESS.

page_text: COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improvement in Rabbit and Vermin Traps.
WILLIAM BURGESS Berry Lodge Hanley Castle Malvern Wells in the County of
Worcester Patentee of Alarm Guns rabbit and vermin traps 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 an improvement in self setting rabbit and vermin trap The
trap consists of rasped jaws with or without corrugated India rubber washers round
the jaws a fork is constructed at the end of the spring with a brass catch or bar on
the treadle on pressing down the spring the fork at end of spring slips under the brass
pin catch or bar and sets the trap, the regulator acts to set the trap light or
otherwise there being no danger in catching the trappers fingers the setting parts
of trap can be applied to any other rabbit and vermin trap the manner in which the
same is to be performed may be more readily understood on reference to the following
drawings. the jaws R the treadle with setting bar or pin attached. S the fork at
end of spring. A showing the spring when pressed down with the fork under the
setting bar or pin R. V the regulator which is fixed to the treadle when the trapper
wishes to set the trap light or otherwise he can do so by simply pressing the regulator
up or down which moves the setting bar on the fork when trap is set.
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
A self setting trap for catching rabbits and vermin.
The regulating bar with setting attachments.
The trap itself.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 30th Mar., 1837
Complete Left, 23rd Dec., 1887
Complete Accepted, 27th Jan., 1888
I, PIERRE STÉPHANY of Boulevard Voltaire Paris, in the Republic of France,
Manufacturer, do hereby declare the nature of this invention, to be as follows:-
This invention relates to pins used for dressing or confining the hair or for other
purpose relating thereto and consists in providing the extremity or extremities of such
pins with a small ball or bead for the purpose of preventing injury to the skin and
also of affording a means by which the pins are more firmly secured. The beads may
be formed on or fixed to the pins in any convenient manner and may consist of any
suitable material.
HERBERT & Co.,
67, Strand, W.C.,
Agents to Applicant.

page_text: I, PIERRE STÉPHANY of Boulevard Voltaire Paris in the Republic of France
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 relates to pins used for dressing or confining the hair or for other
purpose relating thereto.
Such pins have heretofore been made with conical or otherwise constructed points
of more or less sharpness, these are however liable to injure the scalp and also to
become loose.
The improvement consists in providing the extremity or extremities of such pins
with a small ball or bead or thickening of the material ressembling the same, whereby
injury to the scalp is avoided and means afforded by which the pins are held more
firmly and securely in the hair.
In the accompanying drawings
Fig. 1 shows a two branch hair pin of the usual construction.
Fig. 2 a similar pin provided with the improved tips.
Fig. 3 represents a pin of horn celluloid or other material having the improved tips.
The beads or balls a may be fixed by solder or otherwise or by enlargement or
grouping of the material or otherwise formed or attached on the extremities of the
pin according to the material of which the same is made.
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 ;-
Pins for the dressing or confining of the hair, or other purpose in relation thereto,
having beads, balls, or the like on their extremities substantially as set forth.
1000
PIERRE STÉPHANY.
By Herbert & Co.,
18, Buckingham Street, Strand, London, W.C.,
Agents to Applicant.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 5th Jan., 1887.
Complete Left, 24th Feb., 1887.
Complete Accepted, 25th Mar., 1887.
I, JOHN TOWNEND of 2, Peak Hill Gardens, Sydenham, in the County of Kent
Commercial Traveller, do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows :-
-
My Invention has for its object the accomplishment of extensive and efficient
advertizing by simple and comparatively inexpensive means. I carry my invention
into practice by printing in any convenient manner and in any desired style and color
or colors on finger plates for affixing to doors whether made of metal, glass, earthen-
ware, papier mache or other substances.
Dated the 5th day of January 1887. ..

page_text: An Improved Method of Advertizing.
I, JOHN TOWNEND of 2, Peak Hill Gardens, Sydenham in the County of Kent,
Commercial Traveller, 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 has for its object the accomplishment of extensive and efficient
advertizing by simple and comparatively inexpensive means. I carry my invention
into practice by printing affixing or transferring engraving, embossing, stamping in
relief or otherwise exhibiting in any convenient manner and in any desired style and
color or colors on finger plates for affixing to doors whether made of metal, glass,
earthenware, papier mache or other substances.
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 :-
To advertize on finger plates for affixing to doors in the manner above described or
in any other manner that may hereafter be determined upon.
11 2.1 1... at Kahnuan 1007
JOHN TOWNEND.
Improvements in Curtain Rings.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application. 25th June, 1887.
Specification Accepted, 26th July, 1887.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Curtain Rings.
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1, MARIAN NIXSON, of Elm Lodge, King's Road, Windsor, in the County of
Berkshire, Spinster, 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 curtain hooks the object being to
facilitate the hanging of curtains to pole cornices.
Hitherto it has been customary to sew the hooks to the curtain and hook them into
eyes attached to the cornice rings, and this method involved a considerable amount of
trouble as the rings have had to be removed in order to wash the curtains.
This Invention consists in forming the cornice ring and hook either in one piece of
metal or in attaching the hook to the ring so as to form part thereof. For cloth
curtains the hook may be pointed whilst for muslin curtains it may be left blunt. To
hang the curtain it is only necessary to pass the hooks through the materia at
the desired intervals and thus all sewing is dispensed with. If desirable holes may
be formed in the curtain and the edges strengthened by being button-hole stitched or
eyeletted.
The Invention will be readily understood by reference to the accompanying
drawings, Figure 1 of which represents a detached ring and hook and Figure 2 a
series of such mounted on a pole and a curtain hung thereon. The ring A may
consist simply of stout wire bent to shape and if necessary soldered at a. If however
ornamental rings are desired, the hook B would be formed separately and screwed or
otherwise fastened to a ring formed of wood or soldered to a metal ring.
D

page_text: Having thus particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said Invention,
and in what manner the same is to be performed, I desire it to be understood that what
I claim is
The combination with a cornice ring such as A of a curtain hook such as B,
substantially as and for the purpose described and illustrated in the accompanying
drawings.
HUGHES, ELI & HUGHES,
76, Chancery Lane, London, W.C.,
Agents for the Applicant.
Improvements in Smoke Consuming Reflectors with Spun Rims for Gas Lamp, Candle, Electric Light, and other Analogous Purposes.
Year: 1887

page_text: Improvements in Smoke Consuming Reflectors with Spun Rims for
Gas Lamp, Candle, Electric Light, and other Analogous Purposes.
We JULIA TAYLOR of 19 Hatton Garden and FREDERICK RUSSELL of 68 Gaisford
Street Kentish Town both in the County of Middlesex Gas and Lamp Shade and
Mica Cover Manufacturers 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 features of novelty are in calcining a sheet or disc of mica, after which it
presents a white or silvery appearance this acts as a reflector greatly increasing the
light, the same may be tinted in various colors according as may be desired, the sheet
or disc so calcined or tinted is secured by two or more sheets or discs of mica on
either side the whole strongly bound in spun brass or other suitable rims, which can
be thus applied to the usual gas or other fittings. The same applies to inside pro-
tectors and reflectors of conical or other shaped shades for billiard gas lamp and
candle shades and screens mounted on the usual fittings.
A is the spun metal rim, B is the mica reflector and C is the clips for attaching the
reflector to the chimney or shade.
Having now described and ascertained the nature of our said invention and in what
manner the same is to be performed we declare that what we claim as new is
The making of the reflector with a spun rim disc or other shaped reflector made of
any suitable metal inclosing a sheet of calcined mica between two or more sheets of
plain mica fitted as most convenient for the purposes required.
Dated this 98th day of May 1887
JULIA TAYLOR,
19, Hatton Garden, London.
FREDERICK RUSSELL,
68, Gaisford Street, N.W.