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Improvements in Cleansing Compositions containing Ammonia.
Year: 1898

page_text: Date of Application, 13th Aug., 1898-Accepted, 17th Dec., 1898
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Cleansing Compositions containing Ammonia.
I, HARRY LEOPOLD HAAS, a citizen of the United States of America, and by
occupation Treasurer of Zucker & Levett & Loeb Company, of 526, West 25th
Street, in the Borough of Manhattan, in the City, County and State of New York,
in the United States of America, aforesaid, 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 a new cleansing composition for toilet and laundry
purposes. The said composition consists, essentially, of an intimate mixture of
ammonia and stearic acid or adamantine, or, in lieu thereof, margarine (a mixture
of stearic acid and red oil) or red oil alone. The workman first melts the stearic
acid, or any one or a mixture of the named ingredients, and ammonia is added.
The mass is then boiled until thoroughly incorporated and until the saponification
is complete, and preferably the liquid is of a clear, light brown color similar to
maple syrup. This is then run into tubes, bottles or other suitable vessels, and,
when cooled, becomes white in color, and varying in consistency from a fluid
resembling milk to a more or less solid mass resembling paste, vaseline, cold
cream, etc., dependent upon the proportions of the several ingredients used.
If stearic acid is used the resulting composition is quite hard; if adamantine is
used, the composition is soft, and if margarine is used, the composition is still
softer, etc. The resulting cleansing composition (which I have designated
"kremonia" or
ammoniacream") may have perfume added thereto; and
antiseptic substances (such as boric acid, borax, carbolic acid, etc.) may be added
to the cleansing composition, in any of its forms.
To make my new cleansing composition of a consistency resembling paste or
vaseline, the workman may use the following proportions (found to
be

page_text: Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said
invention, and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what
I claim is:
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1. A cleansing composition containing ammonia and one or more of the herein-
before-specified ingredients.
2. A cleansing composition containing ammonia, one or more of the herein-
before specified ingredients, and an antiseptic substance or substances.
Dated this 13th dear of August 1898
MARKS & CLERK,
18, Southampton Buildings, London, W.C., and
13, Temple Street, Birmingham, Agents.
Improved Handle for Tools, Machines, and the like.
Year: 1898

page_text: Date of Application, 17th May, 1898-Accepted, 9th July, 1898
Improved Handle for Tools, Machines, and the like.
1, EMIL FICKENWIRTH, of Russdorf, near Limbachi/S., in the German Empire.
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 subject of the present application is a handle into which any tool can be fixed
by driving in its tang, and in which the splitting of the handle is avoided, by means
of an elastic insertion.
The invention is illustrated in the accompanying drawing in which Figure 1 shows
the same in section before the insertion of the tang of the tool. Figure 2 shows the
handle with the tang fixed therein.
The
An ordinary wooden handle a is provided (at the end into which the tang is to be
In the middle of the surface
driven) with a metal ring b in the usual manner.
enclosed within this ring, there is bored, as shown axially, a cylindrical hole c.
improvement consists in widening the upper part of this bore hole cylindrically, so
that around the same there only remains the relatively small thickness of wood.
Into this bore hole there is then inserted a perforated plug d of compressed
paper.
When the tang c of a tool is driven into the bore hole then the upper wider
portion thereof presses the paper to one side, and in consequence of its great
elasticity the same holds the tang extremely firmly.
If the paper has been worn by use it can be again inade fast by driving in some
more without the danger of splitting the handle. If the tang is completely driven
into the handle through repeated drivings of the tang therein, it is possible by
simply removing the plug d and inserting a new one, to make the handle fit for use
again. The handle can also be applied to other purposes, as for instance, in
machines where it is requisite to attach wooden handles to inetal bars.
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 improved handle for tools and the like, having inserted therein an elastic
plug of compressed paper, through which the tang of the tool is driven, and which
holds the same extremely fast, substantially as described.
Deted the Seventeenth day of May 1898.
W. P. THOMPSON & Co.,
322, High Holborn, London, W.C., Patent Agents for the Applicant.
An Improved Process for Utilizing Potassium Carbonate and Sodium Carbonate Lyes.
Year: 1898

page_text: Date of Application, 24th Dec., 1898-Accepted, 15th Apr., 1899
An Improved Process for Utilizing Potassium Carbonate and Sodium
Carbonate Lyes.
I, HUBERT GLAUBITZ, of Fraulautern-on-the-Saar, in the Empire of Germany,
Doctor of Philosophy and Analytical Chemist, do hereby declare the nature of
this invention and in what manner the same 18 to be performed, to be particularly
described and ascertained in and by the following statement: -
This invention relates to a process whereby in the manufacture of potash the
residual lyes may be turned to account for the preparation of a novel product
in the form of powder particularly fitted for bleaching and mordanting, and
offering, over other known chemicals hitherto employed for these purposes, the
advantages of being both more efficacious and less expensive.
The invention opens up a vast outlet for the disposal of the salts emanating
from potash works.
The process mainly consists in heating potassium carbonate lyes, at a pie-
determined degree of concentration, with calcium oxide, until a reaction sets in,
at the termination of which there forms a dry product in the condition of powder.
The process is best carried out as follows:-
The
A solution of 100 parts by weight of potassium carbonate in from 70 to 80
parts by weight of water is mixed with 40 parts by weight of calcium oxide
mixture, while being continually stirred, is heated until a reaction sets in. After
the termination of the reaction the whole solidifies into a white substance, which,
after being left to cool, crumbles into a white powder
Out of every 100 parts by weight of potassium carbonate there will thus form
about 200 parts by weight of the new product, which, in addition to non-
decomposed potassium carbonate, contains hydroxide of potassium, hydroxide
of calcium and carbonate of calcium Although an entire conversion of potassium
carbonate into hydroxide of potassium does not take place, the residual lyes may
nevertheless be in this manner, brought to a solid form. In dissolving (the solid
matter) in water, there occurs a further decomposition of carbonate of potassium
into hydroxide of potassium. The product may be utilized in a solid form or
in the form of a lye, the strength whereof may be modified as desired by dilution
My improved process may also be employed for utilizing sodium carbonate
lyes the process in this case being identical with the process described above in
connection with potassium carbonate lyes.
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 process for utilizing potassium carbonate and sodium carbonate lyes, con-
sisting in heating the adequately concentrated lyes with calcium oxide until a

page_text: reaction sets in, when, at the termination of such reaction, there will form a
product in the condition of powder, suitable for bleaching and mordanting
purposes.
Dated this 24th day of December 1898
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HASELTINE, LAKE & Co.,
45, Southampton Buildings, London, W C.,
Agents for the Applicant
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Process for Obtaining a Permanent Electrical Contact at the Covers of Voltaic Cells.
Year: 1898

page_text: Date of Application, 16th Nov., 1898-Accepted, 28th Jan., 1899
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Process for Obtaining a Permanent Electrical Contact at the Covers of
Voltaic Cells.
I, HERMANN SCHLOSS, of No. 74, Blumen Strasse, in the City of Berlin, in the
Kingdom of Prussia, Civil Engineer, do hereby declare the nature of this inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described
and ascertained in and by the following statement:-
For the purpose of providing voltaic cells with an air-tight cover, it has hitherto
been necessary to connect the conductors from the plates, which are fastened at
the cover, with the plates themselves, by means of simple contact. This plan has
the drawback, that owing to the presence of the electrolyte, the places of contact
soon oxidize, rendering the connection defective.
According to the present invention this drawback is overcome by amalgamating
both the terminals on the cover, and the upper ends of the plates, by coating them
with a solution of mercury.
On putting the cover on, the two layers of mercury coming in contact flow together
and make a sound permanent electrical connection.
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 process of making a permanent electrical contact at the cover of voltaic
cells, consisting in treating both the terminals on the cover, and the upper ends
of the plates, with a solution of mercury, so that on putting on the cover, the
two layers of mercury run together, effecting a permanent electrical connection,
substantially as hereinbefore set forth.
1000
BOULT & WADE,
Agents for the Applicant.
A Hair Fastener.
Year: 1898

page_text: PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
A Hair Fastener.
JEAN ST. MARTIN, Hairdresser, of 55, Clarence Gardens, Osnaburgh Street,
London, N.W., in the County of Middlesex, do hereby declare the nature of this
invention to be as follows:-
My invention relates to a hair fastener and the object of this invention is to
prender this process that it can be performed without assistance and to suit large
quantities of hair as well as the smallest quantities and at the same time to tie
it loosely or tightly without interfering with the security of the hair.
Fig. 1 of the accompanying drawings represents a side view of a fastener con-
structed according to this invention. Fig. 2 is an edge view and Fig. 3 is a
section showing the fastener in use; A is the band having the hooks B fixed at
each end; in Fig. 3 C is the hair tied in by the fastener.
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: -
A hair fastener consisting of a round or flat elastic band with a hook at each
end as described.
A Hair Fastener.
I, JEAN ST. MARTIN, of 55, Clarence Gardens, Osnaburgh Street, in the County
of London, Hair Dresser, 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 a hair fastener, and the object of this invention is to
render this process that it can be performed without assistance and to suit large
quantities of hair as well as the smallest quantities and at the same time to tie
it loosely or tightly without interfering with the security of the hair.
And in order that my invention may be thoroughly understood I now proceed
to describe the accompanying drawing thereof, reference being had to letters and
figures marked thereon.
Fig. 1, of the accompanying drawing filed with the Provisional Specification
represents a side view of a fastener constructed according to this invention.
io 2 is an edge view.

page_text: Fig. 3, is a section showing the fastener in use.
A is the elastic band having the hooks B fixed at each end; in Fig. 3, C is
the hair tied in by the fastener.
The band A may be either round or flat and constructed of india rubber or
of any other material.
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 hair fastener consisting of a round or flat elastic band with a hook at each
end, substantially as above described in this specification and illustrated in the
drawing.
This 2nd day or ebruary 1899.
J. P. BAYLY,
18, Fulham Place, London W., Agent for the Applicant.
Improvements in Ball Bearings.
Year: 1898

page_text: PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Ball Bearings.
We, ALBERT ROBERT WICKENS, of 10, Crescent Road, Tunbridge Wells,
Engineer, and ALFRED THOMAS COLES, of Lyndhurst Gardens, London Road,
Tunbridge Wells, Cycle Manufacturer, do hereby declare the nature of this inven-
tion to be as follows:-
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This invention refers to ball bearings for axles, hubs and other purposes.
In applying this invention to a cycle a suitable cup or bush is formed in the
bottom of which is a circular groove which constitutes one side of the ball race.
Inside the cup is placed a disc in which is bored a number of holes preferably
arranged in a circular path. The balls are placed one in each of the said holes.
The disc is preferably keyed to the axle so that both rotate together, and the
disc supports the axle and bears on the balls. Over the disc is an adjustable
cover plate, also furnished with a circular groove to form the corresponding or
alternate side of the ball race.
It will thus be seen that when the axle rotates, the disc rests on and drives
the balls round the ball race by pressure at their centres, and as the balls are all
separate and not in contact, a perfect regularity of action is obtained, as well
as freedom from any possibility of jamming or locking. The severe friction
arising from the balls in contact rotating in opposite directions is also obviated.
To prevent the cover plate from working loose, it may be formed with a lug
projecting beyond its edge so that it overlaps a flange formed either on the bush
or on the outside of the body of the bearing. The flange is provided with a
circular row of holes, one of which receives the point of a set screw projecting
from the end of the said lug, on the cover plate. Thus the pressure of the cover
plate on the balls can be regulated with great nicety.
In the form of ball bearing herein described, a much smaller number of balls
are employed than heretofore, and friction is proportionally reduced, the friction
of ball against ball being entirely avoided.
The holes in which the balls are placed in the disc may be slots from the
exterior of the cup or may be drilled or otherwise formed in it.
Dated this 24th day of January 1898.

page_text: keyed to the axle a and provided with a series of holes or radial slots c to receive
the balls d also the adjustable ball race f and lug h with a screw h¹ to engage
any one of a series of holes formed on the end-face of the bottom bracket, substan-
tially as described and for the purposes set forth.
3. In an improved ball race the combination of the ball guide-plate keyed to
the axle a, the movable ball race f, and lug h, with the fixed ball race e, the axle a
and the screw h¹ substantially as described and for the and for the purposes
set forth.
Dated this 24th day of October 1898
S. S. BROMHEAD,
Patent Agent, 171, Queen Victoria Street, London, E.C.
An Improved Tobacco Pipe.
Year: 1898

page_text: An Improved Tobacco Pipe.
GEORGE MURRAY COLLOM, Engineer, c/o Mr. Rowland Hambly, Old Town
Chambers, Plymouth, Devonshire, England, do hereby declare the nature of this
invention to be as follows:-
As shewn in the accompanying drawing in sections 1, 2 & 3.
"
"
(A) is the mouthpiece, into which is screwed a metal tube (C) having per-
forations (F, F, F,) at different angles, away from the hole (G.) in the bowl (B)
further at the end of tube (C) is the "scraper" or cleaner " (D.), this being
a perfect fit into chamber (E) with its edges slightly sharp. The whole being
shewn complete & in position in Fig.1.
Dated this 10th day of Dagomban 1908
G. M. COLLOM,
Applicant.
Au Improved 10bacco ripe.
GEORGE MURRAY COLLOM, Engineer and Tea Planter, c/o Mr. Rowland
Hambly, Old Town Chambers, Plymouth, Devonshire, England, 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 state-
ment:
(A) is the mouthpiece into which is inserted the tube (C,) having perfora-
tions (F, F, F,) at different angles away from the hole (G) in the bowl (B,) so
that neither smoke nor moisture shall enter the stem or mouthpiece (A) direct.
Further, at the end of the tube (C.) is the scraper (D,), (this being a perfect
fit into chamber (E)) its edges, as shown, being slightly sharp, thus, when
chamber (E) is "clogged "with nicotine or tobacco, the stem (A) with (C, D).}
attached is withdrawn, thus (D.) scrapes everything before it, leaving chamber (E)
perfectly clean the remaining matter in tube (C) (being of any suitable material
& impervious to fire) may be burnt out over a flame: (C, D,) being detachable,
by unscrewing from mouthpiece (A) thus dispensing with wire & brushes for
cleaning.
$
Having now particularly described & ascertained the nature of my said
invention, & in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what
I claim is:-
1 The
for inserting a

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perforated tube or "bulb" with a scraper" attached thereto & placed in a
hollow chamber: thus preventing moistures or heat coming direct into the
stem,& by the position of these holes, a free & cool smoke is obtained, neither
will it "clog."
Dated this Nineteenth day of September 1899.
G. M. COLLOM,
Inventor.
Improvements in the Manufacture of Towels.
Year: 1898

page_text: Date of Application, 23rd Sept., 1898-Accepted, 29th Oct., 1898
COMPLETE
SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in the Manufacture of Towels.
THOMAS STUTTARD, trading as James Stuttard & Sons, Victoria Mills, Salden,
Lancashire, Fabricants and Cotton Manufacturers, and Cotton Spinners. Ware-
house address: 41, Mosley Street, Manchester, 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 :-
Oat meal or crape towel woven entirely both in warp and woof or weft-out of
two fold twisted pure unbleached flax yarn.
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 oatmeal or crape towel woven both warp and weft out of two fold twisted
pure unbleached flax yarn.
Dated this Twenty-second day September 1898
A Trace Plate for Ring Draught Hames, otherwise Hame Draughts.
Year: 1898

page_text: PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
A Trace Plate for Ring Draught Hames, otherwise Hame Draughts.
I, GEORGE ELSTON, of 31, South Street, in the City of Exeter, Harness Maker,
do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
To protect the end of the trace through which the ring of the hames passes
a metal plate 13 inches long turned or bent from the centre is passed through the
ring of the hames on either side of the trace the turn or bend in the plate being
at the end of the trace. The plate is then secured to the trace by means of three
bolts passing through plate and trace and fastened with nuts. The plate thus
fastened prevents the draught end of the trace from stretching in addition to
protecting the end of the trace.
+ 14th dow of March 1808
A Trace Plate for Ring Draught Hames, otherwise Hame Draughts.
I, GEORGE ELSTON, of 31, South Street, Exeter, in the County of Devon,
Harness Maker, 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 harness traces used in connection with ring draught
hames and has for object to provide means whereby the ends of the traces con-
nected to the rings are strengthened and prevented from stretching and at the
same time the said ends are protected against injury externally.
In carrying out my invention provide a metal plate which is bent or formed
so as to pass round and embrace the end of the trace connected to the ring of
the hame, the portions of the plate in contact with the sides of the trace being
connected thereto by bolts, rivets or other suitable fastenings.
In order that my invention may be clearly understood reference is had to the
annexed drawing, in which Figure 1 is an elevation of the ring portion of a
ring draught hame and a portion of a trace connected thereto and provided with
my strengthening and protective plate. Figure 2 is a sectional plan of the same.
a is the portion of the hame, 6 the ring formed on the same and c the end of
d is my
the trace which is looped through the ring 6 in the usual manner.
strengthening and protective plate, the said plate, as shewn clearly in Figure 2,
being bent or formed so as to pass round and embrace the end of the trace.
e e are

page_text: the bolts which pass through the trace and the portions of the plate d in contact
therewith and f, f are nuts on the said bolts for holding the parts together.
Instead of bolts and nuts, rivets or other fastenings may be used.
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 combination with a harness trace used in connection with a ring draught
hame of a metal plate bent or formed to embrace the end of the trace and con-
nected thereto by bolts, rivets or other fastenings substantially as described.
2. The improved trace for a ring draught hame herein before described and
illustrated in the accompanying drawing.
Dated this 19th day of October 1898
Improvements in Binding or Trimming the Edges of Lace Curtains and similar Fabrics.
Year: 1898

page_text: Date of Application, 27th Dec., 1898-Accepted, 11th Feb., 1899
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION
Improvements in Binding or Trimming the Edges of Lace Curtains
and similar Fabrics.
I, ADOLF PHILIPSBORN, of No 112, Potsdamerstrasse, Berlin, Manufacture, do
hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the same is to be
performed to be particularly descubed and ascertained in and by the following
statement.-
This invention relates to binding or trimming the edges of machine made lace
curtains and similar fabrics and has for its object to make such binding more
secure than has been done hitherto
In order that this invention may be the better understood, I now proceed to
describe the same with reference to the accompanying diawings and to the letter
and figures marked thereon
Figure 1 illustrates the old method of binding, and
Figure 2 shows my improved method
The edges of machine made lace curtains and similar fabrics are hound accord-
ing to the old method illustrated in Figure 1 in such a manner that a continuous
seam or stitch runs along the edge of the fabric, so that generally only weft threads
or only warp threads are bound by the binding stitch In consequence the bind-
ing b 18 easily separated from the fabric a in a manner illustrated at e in Figure 1
This generally happens whenever the binding b is gripped and pulled away from
the fabric
This invention remedies this disadvantage by the use of a seam or stitch to
connect the binding with the fabric which does not run parallel to the fabric,
but zig-zag. as shown in Figure 2 The place in Figure 2 which shows the binding
removed illustrates how the thread d connects the warp threads and the weft
threads securely with the binding at all parts It will be obvious that the length
of the several stitches must be such that each stitch binds at least one warp thread
and one weft thread so that a secure attachment is effected between the binding
and the falnie which will not easily vield to pulling This method of binding is
so secure that the fabric is more likely to give way than the attachment between
the fabric and the binding.
As the edges of the machine made lace curtains and similar fabrics are the
weakest part thereof, this invention will greatly increase the durability of such
fabrics
Instead of using the ordinary binding strips shown in the drawings the binding
may be effected with trimmings or similar material
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 method of binding or trimming the edges of machine made lace and similar
fabrics in which the binding or trimming is connected with the fabric by zig-zag

page_text: or similar stitches, each of which binds at least one weft thread and one warp
thread for the purpose of ensuring a strong attachment of the binding or timming
to the fabric, substantially as described
NIS. . - 1
+ DY
1000
Improvements in Air Compressors.
Year: 1898

page_text: PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Air Compressors.
I, STEPHEN EVANS ALLEY, of the Sentinel Works, Polmadie, in the County
of Glasgow, North Britain, Engineer, do hereby declare the nature of this
invention to be as follows, that is to say:―
My said invention has for its object to simplify and improve the construction
of air compressors, and to render them more satisfactory and reliable in use,
whilst being lighter than existing air compressors of a corresponding power.
In carrying out my invention a trunk or differential piston, driven by a con-
necting rod from a crank shaft which receives rotation from any suitable source,
works in a vertical cylinder which has its lower part of larger diameter than
its upper part; and which is enclosed in a water tank. On the upward stroke
of the piston a valve in its bottom opens against the action of a spring and air
passes from the atmosphere and through the interior of the piston to the bottom
of the cylinder. On the return stroke the valve closes and the air is compressed
below the piston and passes through spring-loaded valves into a receiver con-
sisting of piping arranged in the water tank in the space surrounding the
cylinder, in which space a flow of water is maintained to remove the heat gene-
rated in compressing the air. The air from the piping passes through upper
spring-loaded valves into the annular space in the cylinder between the larger
and smaller parts of the trunk piston and is thence forced through spring-loaded
check valves into the delivery pipe leading to a receiver.
The water in the tank cools the sides and bottom of the cylinder as well as
the piping forming the intermediate receiver.
EDMUND HUNT,
Applicant's Agent.
Improvements in Air Compressors.
I, STEPHEN EVANS ALLEY, of the Sentinel Works, Polmadie, in the County
of Glasgow, North Britain, Engineer, do hereby declare the nature of this
0 invention and in what manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly
described and ascertained in and by the following statement, that is to say: -
My said invention has for its object to simplify and improve the construction
of air compressors and to render them more satisfactory and reliable in use,
whilst being lighter than existing air compressors of a corresponding power.
[Price 81
A Remedy for Reducing Mortality among Sheep.
Year: 1898

page_text: Date of Application, 6th July, 1898-Accepted, 27th Aug., 1898
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
A Remedy for Reducing Mortality among Sheep.
I, GEORGE MILNE LAIRD, Wardbank, Forfar, in the County of Forfar, North
Britain, 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 a remedy for reducing mortality among sheep and
consists of a medicine which is prepared and administered preferably in a dry
form.
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 remedy for reducing mortality omana akaon
Improvements in or relating to Apparatus for Spraying Plants and other like purposes.
Year: 1898

page_text: PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in or relating to Apparatus for Spraying Plants and
other like purposes.
SAMUEL HUDSON PILLAR, of 10, Lower Baggot Street, Dublin, Merchant, do
hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
According to my present invention I construct a vessel of sheet copper or other
material with an open bottom, or perforated round bottom of sides. This vessel
is placed inside the sprayer almost touching the bottom, its top being connected
with pipe conveying the compressed air from pump. The pipe ascends from the
aforesaid vessel to the top of the sprayer & then descends and passes out through
its side to the pump. At the highest point which the pipe reaches inside the
sprayer, I make a small opening, which may or may not have a valve fitted for
the admission or outlet of air. In use the water in sprayer fills the vessel & is
rapidly discharged at the bottom by the compressed air at each stroke of the
pump throwing all the sediment off the bottom and mixing it with the liquid.
Dated this 27th day of May 1898,
SAMUEL HUDSON PILLAR,
Improvements in or relating to Apparatus for Spraying Plants and
other like purposes.
I, SAMUEL HUDSON PILLAR, of 10, Lower Baggot Street, Dublin, 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:―
This invention relates to apparatus for spraying plants and other like purposes,
and has for its object to keep the liquid in such apparatus stirred up thus pre-
venting particles in suspension being deposited on the bottom of the sprayer
tank.
In machines used for spraying plants and the like, the liquid in same is put
under pressure by compressed air or other mechanical means so that it may be
ejected with force from a spray jet, and my present object is to utilise the com-
pressed air as it enters the tank to carry the sediment off the bottom and mix
it with the liquid. This I effect by extending the pipe to which the sprayer
pump is attached to near or towards the bottom of the tank and there providing
it with a nozzle or vessel having an open or perforated bottom whereby as soon

page_text: in the bottom of the tank will be stirred up and ejected with the liquid through
the spraying jet substantially as described.
3. In apparatus of the kind set forth, providing the feed pipe that connects
the nozzle or vessel in the sprayer tank with the pump, with an upward bend,
and at a point in said bend above the water level in the tank making a small
vent opening for the escape of air thus admitting of the liquid rising in and
completely filling the inner vessel at the same time that the tank is filled sub-
stantially as described.
4. The improved apparatus for agitating liquids in spraying apparatus con-
structed, arranged, and operating substantially as described.
Dated this 20th day of September 1898
W. P. THOMPSON & Co.,
Patent Agents, of Liverpool, Manchester, Birmingham and London.
Block Fuel.
Year: 1898

page_text: Date of Application, 14th Apr., 1898-Accepted, 30th Apr., 1898
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Block Fuel.
JAMES WILLIAM TURNER, Hillgrove Lodge, Merton Road, Wimbledon, Surrey,.
Consulting Engineer, CHARLES JOUSSET, 12, Howland Street, Tottenham Court
Road, Middlesex, Chemist, 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:
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Saw dust or tan refuse clay, coal tar, petroleum, water, and a hydrocarbure
of the serie C3 H8 these mixed in such proportions as may be found necessary
that is to say for either domestic purposes or steam boilers.
By mixing the following ingredients 40 forty parts saw dust or tan refuse
20 twenty parts clay 10 ten parts coal tar, 10 ten parts petroleum, 10 ten parts
water and adding 10 ten parts of hydrocarbure of the serie C3 H8 preferably
the derivative of that series-acetone, we compress all these into suitable blocks
subsequent to mixing and so obtain a block fuel.
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 :-
The novelty of our composition and that this composition has never before been
used
JAMES WILLIAM TURNER.
CHARLES JOUSSET.
An Improved Figure Puzzle or Game.
Year: 1898

page_text: Date of Application, 27th June, 1898-Accepted, 29th Oct., 1898
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Figure Puzzle or Game.
Gentle-
I, GEORGE BROWN, of 17, Templeton Place, Earl's Court, London, S.W.,
man, 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;-
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My invention relates to an improved figure puzzle or game.
And in order that my invention may be thoroughly understood, I now proceed
to describe the accompanying drawing thereof, reference being had to letters and
figures marked thereon.
Fig. 1, is a plan of the puzzle board and box.
Fig. 2, is a section of a part of the box and one of the discs or counters fitted
in one of the holes.
Fig. 3, is an elevation of the disc or counter.
Fig. 4, is a plan of Fig. 3.
My invention consists of a perforated board b mounted on the bottom d of a
box a suitable for advertising purposes, in which are cut twenty five holes cor
spaces arranged to form five crosses in squares which receive twenty five numbered
discs or counters numbering from nought to twenty four both inclusive; five of
which discs or counters e form each cross. These discs or counters e must be
arranged so that one diagonal line in one cross may count the same total as the
remaining diagonal line; and the crosses, though quite independent of each other,
must have the same total for each of their diagonal lines. This improved figure
puzzle or game admits of many combinations. Advertisements are inserted in the
plain corner spaces.
The object of the puzzle or game is to so arrange the discs or counters that each
diagonal line in each cross may count the same total.
If preferable one or more crosses may be used.
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:
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1. In a figure puzzle or game, the combination of the box a perforated board b
holes c bottom of box d and discs or counters e, substantially as herein described
and according to the accompanying drawing.
2. An improved figure puzzle or game in which the player arranges twenty five
numbered discs or counters, numbering from nought to twenty four both inclu-

page_text: sive, in or on a board or box, suitable for advertising purposes, in which are cut
twenty five holes or spaces arranged in the form of five crosses, with five holes or
spaces to each cross.
Dated thi, 27th day of June 1898
J. P. BAYLY,
18, Fulham Place, London, W., Agent for the Applicant.
Improvements in Boot Laces.
Year: 1898

page_text: PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Boot Laces.
I, JAMES PATON, of Johnstone, Renfrewshire, Manufacturer, do hereby declare
the nature of my invention to be as follows:-
This invention has reference to improvements in boot laces and consists in
using a centre core of woollen yarn, or thread inside the usual tubular woven
outer cover of cotton or silk corded thread. This woollen core may be either
plain, twisted, woven or braided.
By these improvements an elastic and cushioning effect is produced on the
laces, making them more comfortable and capable of longer wear, and preventing
the lace cutting the eyelets.
From the soft nature of the cord, the knot after the lace is tied does not
readily come undone.
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1000
W. R. M. THOMSON & Co.,
96, Buchanan Street, Glasgow, Agents.
I, JAMES PATON, of Johnstone, Renfrewshire, Manufacturer, do hereby declare
the nature of my invention and in what manner the same is to be performed
to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following statement,
that is to say:-
This invention has reference to improvements in boot laces and consists in
using a centre core of woollen yarn, or thread inside the usual tubular woven
outer cover of cotton or silk corded thread. This woollen core may be either
plain, twisted, woven or braided.
By these improvements an elastic and cushioning effect is produced on the
laces, making them more comfortable and capable of longer wear, and preventing
the lace cutting the eyelets.
From the soft nature of the cord, the knot after the lace is tied does not
readily come undone.

page_text: Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said in-
vention and in what manner the same is to be performed I declare that what
I claim is; —
In boot laces, a centre core of woollen yarn or thread inside the tubular or
annular woven cover, substantially as set forth.
Dated the 10th day of November 1898.
Improved Means for Preventing Incrustation in Steam Boilers and the like.
Year: 1898

page_text: Date of Application, 28th Oct., 1898-Accepted, 17th Dec., 1898
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improved Means for Preventing Incrustation in Steam Boilers
and the like.
I, WILLI KUNERT, of 38, Salierring, Cologne-on-the-Rhine, 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 means forming the subject of the present invention prevent incrustation
in steam boilers, and, as compared with the processes or means at present em-
ployed, present the essential advantages of simplicity and cheapness as well
as avoiding any injury to the boiler plates.
The invention is thoroughly effective and prevents, as has been experimentally
proved in several boilers, the formation of incrusted sediment or deposits upon
the plates from the water in such a manner that, instead of incrustation, a loose
mud is formed which can be easily removed in the ordinary manner by blowing
off.
The invention consists in providing small pieces of natural pumice stone
(preferably about the size of eggs) and in adding the same to the boiler water.
This pumice stone always floats upon the surface of the water and consequently
does not settle to the bottom, while, owing to its light specific weight, it is not
broken up by striking against the metal plates or sides of the boiler, and,
again, the water and the boiler fittings are not exposed to its action as is the
case where an anti-incrustation fluid is introduced.
The pumice stone has the peculiar property of preventing the formation of
incrustation upon the plates and this it is believed can be attributed to its
mechanical influence, as, in consequence of its extremely small volumetric
weight, it is driven to and fro upon the surface of the water during ebullition.
This has the effect of preventing the incrustation upon the plates, and, owing
to the porosity of the pumice stone, the effect is uninterruptedly maintained
for long periods.
When the pumice stone is used in conjunction with ordinary chemical means
it has been found that any mud or sediment falls down in a loose form and can
be easily blown away by the usual blow off cock or arrangement.
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 improved means for prevention of incrustation in boilers and like vessels
consisting of adding pieces of pumice stone to the boiler water as hereiubefore
described.
Dated this on day or October 1000.
MARKS & CLERK,
18, Southampton Buildings, London, W.C., and
13, Temple Street, Birmingham, Agents.
Improvements in Travelling Trunks.
Year: 1898

page_text: Improvements in Travelling Trunks.
I, FREDERICK WILLIAM POLAND, trading as N. Hosking, of 215 to 217, Oxford
Street, in the County of London, Trunk Manufacturer, do hereby declare the
nature of this invention to be as follows:-
This invention relates to improvements in that class of trunks which are
known as drawer trunks, the object being to simplify the construction of the
same.
In carrying out my invention I form the trunk in the form of a chest of
drawers the front of the drawers being covered by a door or doors provided with
suitable fastenings so that when the doors are closed the drawers are kept in their
closed position, the fastening of the doors being rendered more secure by the
usual straps passing round the trunk.
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A1 1000
G. F. REDFERN & Co.,
4, South Street Finsbury, London, Agents for the Applicant.
I, FREDERICK WILLIAM POLAND, trading as N. Hosking, of 215 to 217, Oxford
Street, in the County of London, Trunk 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:-
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This invention relates to improvements in that class of trunks which are
known as drawer trunks, the object being to simplify the construction of the
same.
In carrying out my invention I form the trunk in the form of a chest of
drawers, the front of the drawers being covered by a door or doors opening as a
cupboard and provided with suitable fastenings so that when the doors are closed
the drawers are kept in their closed position, the fastening of the doors being
rendered more secure by the usual straps passing round the trunk.
To enable the invention to be fully understood I will describe it by reference
to the accompanying drawing, in which :-
Figures 1 and 2 are perspective views illustrating a trunk made according to
my invention in the open and closed positions respectively.
a is the trunk body and b, b are the drawers which are fitted therein so that

page_text: the said trunk has the form of a chest of drawers. c, c are the doors with which
the trunk is provided, the said doors being hinged to two opposite sides of the
trunk body a and being adapted, when closed, as illustrated in Figure 2, to cover
up and secure the drawers b, b in their closed position.
The doors c, c are provided with a lock of any suitable construction for retain-
ing them in their closed position, and in practice it is found convenient to render
the fastening thereof more secure by the employment of straps such as those
illustrated at d. d in the drawing.
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 accompanying drawing.
ed the 21st day of January 1899.
G. F. REDFERN & Co.,
4, South Street, Finsbury, London, Agents for the Applicant.
G. F. REDFERN & Co.,
4, South Street, Finsbury, London, Agents for the Applicant.
Sand Washing and Mixing Machine.
Year: 1898

page_text: Date of Application, 27th May, 1898
Complete Specification Left, 30th Sept., 1898-Accepted, 27th May, 1899
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Sand Washing and Mixing Machine.
Mrs. CHARLOTTE SMITH, Low Mill Foundry, Barnard Castle, Iron Founder,
do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
The accompanying drawing is an illustration of my invention; Fig. 1, describes
plan of machine, Fig. 2, is end elevation; A, are the blades used for washing
or, mixing attached to the drum B, The drum B with the blades A, attached
revolve in the trough C, where the material is washed or mixed, and driven
along by the blades A, from the end D, to the end E, where it is caught or
taken up with elevators F, which puts it into truck.
Doted thi 06th
1000
Mrs. CHARLOTTE SMITH, Low Mill Foundry, Barnard Castle, Co. Durham, Iron
Founders, 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 accompanying drawing is an illustration of my invention and are those
filed with the Provisional Specification;
Fig. I describes plan of machine which is placed in the ground so that the
top of the trough is level with the ground, a stream of water is continually
running through the trough C from the end E and runs out at the end D in
such a position as it may be necessary to place it, so as to miss the gearing
which revolves the drum B. The drum B is constructed of one shaft about
3" dia.; and 20ft. long; on this shaft are placed cast-iron bearing-arms at equal
distances apart on which are bolted balks of timber which hold in position the
blades A;
These blades are set in a slanting direction as shown on Fig. I which act as
follows;
While the sand or material is thrown into the trough the blades A attached
to the drum B are revolving about 30 revolutions per minute, which catch the
sand or material & force it against the stream of water passing from E to D
this keeps stirring mixing forcing; the fine sand rises to the top which is
carried away with the stream, the remaining sand or material passes on to the
end E where it is caught or taken up with elevators, which place it in the
truck.

page_text: Fig. II is end elevation showing trough; A are the blades used for washing
or mixing, which are attached to the balks of timber bolted onto the drum B,
which revolves in the trough C.
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:
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1. The drum B.
2. The blades A attached to the drum B for washing or mixing sand or other
materiala