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A NEW BRONZE
Year: 1885

page_text: I JOHANN PHILIPP REITZ, resident in Bockenheim near Frankfurt 0/- Main
Germany, Metal Founder do hereby declare the nature of my said invention for
"A NEW BRONZE to be as follows:-
"
The difference between this bronze and all others lies in its great power of
resisting the attack of acids and alkalies by virtue of which quality it can be
advantageously used instead of ebonite, porcelain and other substances which are
acid proof but wear out and are very expensive.
This new bronze consists of copper, tin, lead and antimony; other metals used
for making bronze can also be used, but this new bronze can only be obtained
when they are melted in certain proportions.
The invention thus depends on the particular proportions necessary for obtaining
this kind of branza

page_text: I JOHANN PHILIPP REITZ, resident in Bockenheim, near Frankfort on the Main
in the Empire of Germany, Metal Founder, 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 difference between this bronze and all others lies in its great power of
resisting the attack of acids and alkalies, by virtue of which quality it can be
advantageously used instead of ebonite porcelain and other substances, which are
acid proof, but wear out and are very expensive.
This new bronze consists of copper, tin, lead, and antimony; other metals used
for making bronze can also be used, but this new bronze can only be obtained
when they are melted in certain proportions. The Invention thus depends on
the particular proportions necessary for obtaining this kind of bronze.
proportions are ;—
Copper
Tin
Lead
Antimony
parts
15
2.34 do.
1.82 do.
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1
part.
These
These metals are melted together in such a manner as to avoid any portion of
them being burnt away during the melting. Thus, the easily fusible metals, tin,
lead, and antimony, are first melted together and then added to the copper, melted
separately. The alloy is worked exactly like common bronze.
This new bronze has proved to be excellent, and has already been used in chemical
works, laundries, baths, etc.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of the said
Invention, and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what
I claim is;-
The manufacture and employment of an acid-proof -bronze composed of 15 parts
Copper 234 parts Tin; 1.82 parts Lead; and 1 part Antimony; as herein
specified.
IMPROVEMENTS IN CARD TABLES
Year: 1885

page_text: I HENRY CREAGH of 26 Blandford Road Bedford Park, Chiswick, in the
County of Middlesex, late Major in the 27th Inniskilling Fusiliers do hereby
declare the nature of the said Invention for IMPROVEMENTS IN CARD TABLES
to be as follows:-
For this purpose I form the top of the table with four or more projections
or leaves extending beyond the general area thereof and I sometimes hinge such
leaves thereto in order that they may be folded out of the way, when the table is
not in use.
I dispense with the deep frame which usually carries and forms part of table
top and thus give a flush surface to both the upper side and under side thereof and
I connect the supporting legs to the projections or leaves or, when such leaves are
hinged, I connect the legs to the table top.
By this arrangement as the players sit between the leaves there is nothing
beneath the table proper to interfere with their legs and general comfort and each
player has at his side a small table formed by one of the leaves or projections upon
which he may place a whist marker, a candlestick, smoking materials, refreshments
or other articles thus enabling the lights to be placed well behind the players and
thereby throwing the light directly on their cards.
Instead of only partially covering the table top with cloth and cementing it
thereto as heretofore I according to my invention entirely cover it (within the line
of the projections or leaves) with a piece of loose cloth and I pass the ends of the
cloth over the edge of and beneath the table top where they may be laced together
or otherwise secured so as to stretch the cloth somewhat and give it a sinooth
surface.
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This method of covering the table enables the cloth to be readily removed' and
cleaned and it is therefore a very great advantage where card tables are frequently
used.
I also form the table top with a slight depression therein inclining gradually
from the edge to the centre thereof in order that the cloth in the centre of the
table shall lie a short distance above the woodwork thus facilitating the collecting
of the cards..
HENRY CREAGH.
By Harris & Mills,
23, Southampton Buildings,
Agents.
AN IMPROVED JOINT FOR PIPES
Year: 1885

page_text: I FREDERICK HUMPHERSON of 331 Kings Road Chelsea in the County of
Middlesex Plumber do hereby declare the nature of "AN IMPROVED JOINT FOR
PIPES" 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 an improved joint for pipes and is particularly
applicable for joining metal and earthenware pipes.
And in order that my said invention may be understood I will describe the same
with reference to the accompanying sheet of drawings in which :-
Fig 1 shews a section of an earthenware and metal pipe connected by my
improved joint and
Fig 2 is plan of same.
The same letters denote the same parts in both views.
A shews an earthenware pipe and B shews a metal pipe C shews an india-rubber
ring, D shews a thin metal band preferably copper, E E shews two metal lugs or
pieces fixed near each end of the band D having holes therein through which a
bolt G passes. The joint is made as follows:-
:-
The pipes being put together as shewn at Fig 1 the India rubber ring is put
round them and the one pipe (in this case the metal one) rests of a step ✗ in the
rubber ring, the metal band D is then put round fitting over the ring C and upon
screwing up the bolt G tightens the band D thereby forming a perfect joint.
I have only shewn one bolt on the drawing, but of course, two or more may be
employed according to the diameter of the pipes to be joined.
I have described my invention as applied to the joining of an earthenware and
metal pipe but it is equally applicable to joining any pipes.
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I do not wish to limit myself to the particular form of section of the ring C or
band D as this may be varied.
Having now particularly 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 pipe joint substantially as set forth.
Dated this 21st day of April 1885.
BROWNE & Co.,
Agents for the Applicant.

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THE SECURE FASTENING OF WINDOWS
Year: 1885

page_text: CARTHAGE MCCARTHY 19 Beech Rd. Sparkbrook, Birmingham, Basket Maker
do hereby declare the nature of my invention for THE SECURE FASTENING OF
WINDOWS to be as follows: —
This invention, applys to an ordinary sash fastener, is a small (T) shaped stop,
or plate, riveted to the end of the near plate of the sash fastener, in a direct line
with the hook, thus allowing the bar, which is brought from back to front, to pass
it, when the bar which fastens the sashes together, is in its place (fastening the
window) the plate or stop is turned on the rivet, and fits close up to the bar under
the hook, thus preventing the sash fastener being forced, back, from the outside,
without first breaking or removing the glass.

page_text: I, CARTHAGE MCCARTHY 19 Beech Rd. Sparkbrook Birmingham, Basket Maker,
do hereby declare the nature of my invention for IMPROVEMENT IN WINDOW
FASTENERS, (See Drawing) and in what manner the same is to be performed, to be
particularly described and ascertained in and by the following statement :-
This Invention, applys to an ordinary sash fastener and takes the form of a
small (T) shaped stop (A) or plate, with a slight projection (D) on the top, and
concave on the inner side; on the top of the stop is a small coiled spring (C) the
coil of which is immediately over the hole in the smallest end of the stop, through
which the pivot on which it turns passes; and one end of the spring is fastened
to the stop, at about two thirds of its length from the pivot, the other end is
fastened to the side of the small square staple (c) which forms the pivot, and both
ends of which are passed through the attachment plate; one through the spring
and stop, and the other on the outside of the stop, and are riveted underneath thus,
making them secure.
The stop is fastened to the end farthest from, and in a direct line with the circle,
under which it passes, and fits close against the arm of the fastener.
The working of this Invention is as follows;
When the fastener is secured to the sashes, and the arm of the fastener is pulled
across to fasten the window, (the stop is pushed out of the way,) and goes into its
place under the circle, the stop springs back into its place under the circle and
against the arm, thus securely locking it.
To open the window; the stop must first be drawn inwards to allow the arm to
be removed in the usual way.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said
Invention, and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what
I claim is,
1. A small (T) shaped stop or plate, with a slight projection on the top, and
concave on the inner side; operated upon and rendered self locking, by means of
a coiled spring which is attached to it."
2. A small square staple, which is used as a pivot on which the stop turns, and
a grip by means of which the stop and spring are secured to the attachment plate.
Dated this 26th day of August 1885.
AN IMPROVED METHOD OF ADVERTISING
Year: 1885

page_text: I, EDWIN JOSEPH HAYBALL of 46 Thorne Street Wandsworth Road in the
County of Surrey, Engineer, do hereby declare the nature of my Invention for
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AN IMPROVED METHOD OF ADVERTISING " to be as follows:-
My present invention is, an addition to the Invention for which I applied for
Letters Patent No 1953, and dated 12th February 1885, and consists in attaching
to, or fastening round the outside of a bundle of fire-wood in any convenient
manner, or by fastening, or otherwise, attaching to, or on the ends of a bundle of
fire-wood a cover, wrapper, belt, or label of any suitable material, shape, width,
color, or design upon which is printed, or impressed the desired advertisement or
advertisements.

page_text: I EDWIN JOSEPH HAYBALL of 46 Thorne Street Wandsworth Road in the
County of Surrey, Engineer, do hereby declare the nature of my invention for
"AN IMPROVED METHOD OF ADVERTISING" and in what manner the same is to be
performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following
statement:
My present invention is an addition to the invention for which I applied for
Letters Patent No 1953, and dated 12th February 1885, and consists in attaching
to or fastening round the outside of a bundle of firewood, in any convenient
manner, or by fastening or otherwise attaching to, or on the ends of a bundle of
firewood, a cover, wrapper, belt, or label of any suitable shape, width, color, or
design upon which is printed or impressed the desired advertisement or adver-
tisements.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said
invention and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what
I claim is
1. The means of advertising particularly described in the foregoing specification.
Combination Drip-board and Mangling-table for Wringers and Mangles.
Year: 1885

page_text: COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Combination Drip-board and Mangling-table for Wringers and
Mangles.
I, PETER BURT, of Roslea Drive, Dennistown Glasgow, in county of Lanark,
Scotland, do hereby declare the nature of my invention for IMPROVEMENTS IN
WRINGERS AND MANGLES and in what manner the same is to be performed, to be
particularly described and ascertained in and by the following statement :-
My said Invention relates to a simple and efficient mode of applying and fixing
Boards to the frames of Wringers or Mangles so as to constitute a Drip-board when
Wringing or a Table when Mangling.
Figures 1 and 2 illustrate part of the framing with rollers, of a Machine as
constructed in accordance with this Invention.
The boards A are fitted at each end with brackets B having slotted holes in
them c so as to allow the boards A when in certain positions to be slid backwards
and forwards on the pins i fixed in the frame D of the Machine.
Figure 1 illustrates the position of the boards as when in use while Mangling,
the boards being pushed close to the roller and held in a horizontal position by the
studs or catches e (shown dotted) projecting from the frames D bearing on the
recess e in bracket.
.
Figure 2 illustrates the position of the boards A as when used in wringing one
of them hanging loosely down on the pins i, while the other is swung under
the roller, its bracket B being formed with a hook m which fits on to the pin or
catch n projecting from the frame D.
.
Having now particularly ascertained and described the nature of my said
Invention and in what manner the same is to be performed I declare that what
I claim is,
Constructing the movable brackets B with slots, and the mode of fitting and
fixing them, substantially as and for the purposes described and shown.
DAVID MASON,
Patent Agent.
AN IMPROVEMENT IN PISTONS
Year: 1885

page_text: I, PETER BROTHERHOOD of Belvedere Road, Lambeth in the County of Surrey,
Engineer, do hereby declare the nature of my invention for "AN IMPROVEMENT
IN PISTONS" 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 construction of piston for steam, or other fluid pressure
engines or pumps whereby I relieve the connecting rod joint of a large part of the
strain usually thrown upon it, providing at the same time, when required, for the
opening of a port through the piston when the connecting rod is in certain
attitudes. The accompanying drawing represents a section of a piston according
to my invention. The outer part A. is of annular form provided with packings in
the usual way. Within this is fitted a spherical boss B, which I make as large as
the size of the piston will conveniently admit, and to this I attach the connecting
rod C, the spherical boss thus forming the joint on which the connecting rod works
and presenting a large area to receive pressure directly on the connecting rod, thus
relieving the joint of much of the strain to which it would otherwise be subjected.
A port D may, when required, be cut through the spherical shell so as to allow
passage for fluid when the connecting rod is in certain positions.
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 construction of piston, having within it a spherical boss to which the
connecting rod is attached, substantially as and for the purpose herein set forth.
ABEL & IMRAY,
Agents for the Applicant,
28, Southampton Buildings,
London, W.C.
APPARATUS for the PREVENTION OR CURE OF ASTHMA
Year: 1885

page_text: I, HERBERT JOHN HADDAN of 67 Strand, in the City of Westminster, Civil
Engineer, do hereby declare the nature of my invention for APPARATUS for the
PREVENTION OR CURE OF ASTHMA, a communication to me from abroad by
Lebrecht Schulze, Photographer, of Wittenberge, Prussia, 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 afford a cure for persons suffering from
asthma, and to supply a preventive remedy to those who have a tendency to that
malady.
The action of my apparatus consists in assisting and compelling the enfeebled
lung to work vigorously in breathing, and so to promote the expulsion of the
carbonic acid from the blood and the absorption of oxygen into the same.
The asthma is thus removed, for the existence of this malady depends precisely
on the fact that the expulsion of the carbonic acid, and the absorption of the
oxygen, do not take place regularly.
In further describing this invention, reference will be made to the accompanying
drawing. The asthma-belt consists principally of a steel plate or shield A, running
out into two curved arms, with two pads B and C attached to the same, and the
straps D and E.
interposed disc e.
The pad is composed of two rows of springs a and b, lying one above the other,
and connected with each other by the wire d, the lower row being fixed to a small
steel plate c. This plate is attached to the shield A by the small screws f and the
Above the springs 6 there is a circular pad g, made of wadding or horsehair,
covered with wash-leather. The pad of the belt is applied to the patient's person,
as shown in Figs 4 and 5, and then the straps D and E are buckled on to the
button i of the shield A by the holes i¹, and so the straps are' tightened until the
pad lies close to the body of the patient.
In order that the straps may not slip at the back, they pass there through the
guards and of a stay F made of steel plate.

page_text: Owing to the peculiar form of the shield A and the pads B and C, a stronger
.and more elastic pressure is exercised on the enfeebled lung, while the other
viscera, such as the stomach, heart &c have perfectly free play.
Since experience has shown that most asthmatical complaints arise from a
weakening of the lungs, this belt is especially designed for such cases.
It does not
interfere with the wearer in his business, but a long course of gymnastic exercises
for the lungs is indispensable.
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 therapeutic appliance for asthmatic patients consisting of shield A, pads B
and C and straps D and E which are held in their places by a stay F and fastened
to the shield A.
Improvements in Means for Supporting and Improving the Instep of the Human Foot.
Year: 1885

page_text: Improvements in Means for Supporting and Improving the
Instep of the Human Foot.
I THOMAS HOLLAND Junior of 40 South Audley Street London Bootmaker do
hereby declare the nature of my invention for SUPPORTING AND IMPROVING WEAK
OR ILLFORMED INSTEP OF THE HUMAN FOOT to be as follows:-
A band of flexible steel formed to the proper and natural shape of the inside
waist of the human foot and fastened at each end by rivets or otherwise to a sole
of leather or any other material either on the under or upper surface of the sole.
The sole to which the band of steel is fastened may be a separate sole to be worn
inside a Boot or Shoe or it may be the insole of a Boot or Shoe.
THOMAS HOLLAND, JUNIOR,
40, South Audley Street,
London

page_text: COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Means for Supporting and Improving the
Instep of the Human Foot.
I THOMAS HOLLAND Junior 40 South Audley Street Grosvenor Square W.
Boot Maker do hereby declare the nature of my invention for IMPROVEMENTS IN
MEANS FOR SUPPORTING AND IMPROVING THE INSTEP OF THE HUMAN FOOT and
in what manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and
ascertained in and by the following statement:-
A band of flexible steel formed to the proper and natural shape of the inside
waist of the human foot is fastened at each end by rivets or otherwise to a sole of
leather felt or other suitable material either on the under or upper side of the sole
This sole is shaped and blocked in the same way as the insole of a boot or shoe
except that on the inside waist it is left an inch or more wider and this sole may
be a seperate sole to be worn inside a boot or shoe or it may form the insole of a
boot or shoe.
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
I. The restoration of the human foot to a natural shape when the instep and
waist have become flattened by affording a light equal and sufficient support to
the inside waist of the foot by the means hereinbefore described.
Datad this 19th dox' of Nawamban 1005
Year: 1885

page_text: cam-hh a triangular part which by means of the link h¹ and rod i works
the shunter h² h³ the guides to shunter 3 h3, the elongated bearing in which
hh works-jj the discharging hole, kk guide rods--k¹¹ springs working on ke k
to push down the mould, after the lifting rods are released by the cams.
il pins connecting the mould with shunting gear.
We now proceed to describe the peculiar and novel features of our invention.
On the shaft a a being made to revolve either by hand or power the lifting
rods ffare raised by the action of the cams. These lift the mould b. b to which
the connecting rods c³ ³ are attached. The said connecting rods cause the wheel cc
to revolve to an extent sufficient for the charger to move into the hopper and
receive a charge of the materials under treatment with which the hopper has been
previously filled sufficient to form one lozenge or other moulded finished form.
On the cam releasing the lifting rods ff the springs cause the mould to rapidly
descend. The motion of the wheel c c is reversed and the charge of materials
under treatment is projected down the channel d d into the mould bb. A complete
revolution of the shaft causes the ram or presser working on the eccentric a² a² to
descend into the mould and compresses the charge into a perfect lozenge or cake of
any simple shape, but in this case a circular form.
The relative positions of the eccentric a³ a² which causes the pressure and the
cams g g which actuate the lifting rods should be so arranged that the ram will
rise a short distance before the cams come in contact with the lifting rods. On the
latter taking place the mould rises at a much more rapid rate than the ram and
overtakes it, the result being that the lozenge or cake is ejected and falls on the
flat surface under the mould.
To the mould b b the triangular parts h h are attached by the pins 7 l. These by
means of the links h¹ h¹ and the rod i i actuate the shunter h2 h which slides
under the mould and pushes forward the lozenge into the inclined hole jj whence
it falls into a receptacle below-The downward motion of the mould shoots back.
the shunter.
In some cases it may be preferable to remove the compressed material after it
has been pushed forward by the shunter by hand or by an endless band such as is
used in some cases for bricks for the manufacture of which this machine is equally
applicable.
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. The method of charging as described.
2. The method of compression.
3. The ejection of the compressed material from the mould by the vertical
motion of the mould at a speed in excess of that of the ram thereby causing the
.mould to overtake the ram which immediately ejects the compressed material.
4. The method used for the removal of the compressed material.
The 1st, 3rd and 4th and the combinations of the whole or any of them we claim
to be original.
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IMPROVEMENTS IN FIRE BARS
Year: 1885

page_text: I, HEINRICH SCHÄRER-HARTMANN of Zurich in the Republic of Switzerland,
Engineer do hereby declare the nature of said invention for "IMPROVEMENTS IN
FIRE BARS" and in what manner the same is to be performed to be particularly
described and ascertained in and by the following statement:-
Hitherto firebars have been made so as to be rectangular or nearly rectangular
in cross section that is to say with vertical or nearly vertical sides the consequence
being a liability to become choked or clogged by. the sticking of slag, cinder or
other material for want of a sufficiently open passage downwards between the
fire bars.
Fire bars of this invention are so formed that when placed side by side in the
usual way the interstices or vacant spaces between them are much wider at the
bottom than at the top, this effect being produced by making them somewhat in
the form of a horse shoo nail in cross section.
Referring to the accompanying sheet of drawings :—
Fig. 1 is a plan view of two fire bars of this invention. Fig. 2 a side view of
same. Figs. 3, 4, and 5 a side view of the different parts on an enlarged scale.
Figs. 6, 7, 8 and 9 are respectively cross sections through lines c-d-u-b-e-f, and
g-h. Fig. 10 is an end view.
The fire bar consists of a narrow deep rod or bar of the form shewn, that is
to say, gradually tapering upwards and towards the top widening out conically
to a more or less obtuse angle except at the side and end bearing parts, thus
preventing any clogging of slag, cinder, etcetera, and allowing of the free passage
of draught air, thereby keeping the fire bars cool and preventing unequal heating
and consequent bending or warping of the same. When it is desired that the
fire bars shall not have sharp edges on the upper side the modified form shewn in
Fig. 9 and that shewn in Fig. 10 (for the ends) may be adopted without affecting
the principle of the invention.

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
The construction of fire bars in the manner that they are widened or enlarged in
an upward direction conically or in the form of an obtuse angle so as to present
the form somewhat approaching to that of a horseshoe nail, substantially as
described and illustrated.
IMPROVED VELOCIPEDE LAMP
Year: 1885

page_text: I, HARRY LUCAS, of the firm of Joseph Lucas and Son, Little King Street,
Birmingham, Lamp Manufacturer, do hereby declare the nature of my invention
for AN IMPROVED VELOCIPEDE LAMP, to be as follows:-
My invention is for an improved back arrangement for Velocipede Head Lamps
-to prevent the light jolting out. The socket for attaching the Lamp to the
Velocipede is asually fixed on the back of the Lamp.
I connect the socket with the Lamp by a hinge at the top and by a spring of
India Rubber or Metal below.

page_text: I, HARRY LUCAS, of the firm of Joseph Lucas and Son-Little King Street-
Birmingham, Lamp Manufacturer do hereby declare the nature of my invention
for AN IMPROVED VELOCIPEDE LAMP, and in what manner the same is to be
performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following
statement:-
My invention is for an improved back arrangement for Velocipede Head Lamps,
to prevent the light jolting out. The accompanying drawing will illustrate.
The socket for attaching the Lamp to, the Velocipede is usually fixed on the
back of the Lamp-I connect the socket A. with the Lamp B. by a hinge 'shewn
at C, and by a spring of India Rubber or other suitable material Ď.
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 connection of a Velocipede Lamp with its socket, or part for fixing on the
vehicle, in the manner described.
Dated this fourteenth day of Jul 1886
MANUFACTURING GAS HOOKS BY MACHINERY
Year: 1885

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I ARTHUR EDMUND GORSE Machinist of 71 New street West Bromwich, County
of Stafford do hereby declare the nature of my invention for MANUFACTURING GAS
HOOKS BY MACHINERY to be as follows:-
1st I take strips of steel, iron, or other metal which I roll or otherwise forme to
a section of the Gas or pipe Hook, or as near the section as convenient for my
purpose, and then I cut off and manipulate in suitable machinery, slices or traverse
strips, so as to forme a complete Gas or Pipe Hook, without causing any waste or
scrap from the metal used.
.H

page_text: 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
illustrated the various stages of the process of manufacture.
Figure 1. is an end elevation of a rolled or otherwise manufactured bar A of
metal the making of which forms the first process of the manufacture of my hooks
but the section may be varied somewhat according to the form of hook required.
Figure 2. is a plan of the bar A shown by Figure 1.
Figure 3 is a perspective view of a slice or piece B cut or sheared from the end
of the said bar A of the same thickness or thereabouts as the hook is required to
be in the shank b¹ when finished.
Figure 4. is a side elevation of a hook finished.
Figure 5. is an end elevation of the same hook in its finished state and
Figure 6 is a plan thereof.
I make the strips A of steel iron or other metal by rolling or otherwise so that
the taper shank 61 of the hook is formed by the diagonal line on the bar or strip A
and the recessed part a¹ is rolled more or less near to the section of the bow of the
hook but it is necessary to distinctly form or define the shoulder a² Figure 3 which
afterwards corresponds to the shoulder a² Figure 4. When the slice is cut off the
strip A I place it in a machine which holds the taper or b' part firmly which the
part a¹ is bent up to about a right angle when the hook part is completed and
pressed out by the finishing tool which gives the proper curve for the pipe or other
purpose for which the hook is required. Of course these hooks may be made of
any desired size or shape to suit the work or purpose for which the hooks may be
required.
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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The improvements in the manufacture of pipe and other hooks by the process
herein set forth of making a strip A from which the slices B are cut which are
afterwards turned in a machine to the desired shape substantially as herein.set
forth.
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REMOVING VARNISH FROM OIL PAINTINGS, AND CLEANING SAME and
Year: 1885

page_text: EDWIN COMPTON, Artist, Picture Cleaner, and restorer 46 Chapel Road Worthing
Sussex do hereby declare the nature of his invention for REMOVING VARNISH FROM
OIL PAINTINGS, AND CLEANING SAME and in what manner the same is to be
performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following
statement :-
Mix.-Glycerine, Citronelle, Olive Oil; Naptha, and Hogs Lard; in Stone Jar.
Heat in oven, or over slow fire, and allow to cool; When cool it forms a Paste and
is ready for use.
Use. Dip Hog Haired brush in Paste and spread it over surface of the painting, let
Paste remain on for a few seconds. Then remove it, by the application of Cotton
Wool saturated with Raw Linseed Oil,
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said
Invention and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what
I claim is
1. The sole right to mix Glycerine, Citronelle, Olive oil, & Naptha, for the purpose
of cleaning pictures.
AN IMPROVED SAFETY FASTENING FOR BROOCHES
Year: 1885

page_text: I HENRY MARTIN GREEN of Southbrook, Havant, in the county of Southampton,
Solicitor, do hereby declare the nature of my invention for "AN IMPROVED SAFETY
FASTENING FOR BROOCHES" and in what manner the same is to be performed
to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following statement :—
This invention relates to certain improvements in safety fastenings for brooches
'or similar articles and has for its object to provide a simple means for effecting the
fastening of brooches, in such a manner that the pin is unable to work loose
accidentally or to move in any way from its position, or to scratch the hands or to
catch in the material.
The drawings accompanying illustrate clearly my invention. Figure 1 is a back
view of a brooch with safety fastening attached. Figure 2 is a side view of the
pin and attachment. Figure 3 is a side view of the pin and attachment, showing
the pin open on its hinge, Figures 4 and 5 are views of the pin showing how the
ends may be made.
Like letters indicate like parts in these figures.
My improved safety fastening consists of a pin A, arranged to work loosely in
a small sleeve or tube B, fixed to the top, or between the knuckles of a hinge C,
soldered to the brooch rim in the usual manner. The back part of the pin is
increased in diameter, and split up from the end for a suitable distance. The
two ends G, and G³, of the split part may be either curled round like the handles
of a pair of scissors or curling tongs, as at G Figure 4, or flat like the split ends of
a pair of tweezers, as at G¹, Figure 5. The spring of the metal tends to keep the
two extremities apart. In front of the sleeve or tube B, are two projections or
lugs D, D, one on either side of the pin A, and a short distance in front of these is
a stop E. On the opposite side of the brooch rim is fixed a shoe F, for the recep-
tion of the pin point, so formed as to prevent the pin point scratching the hands,
or catching the material. When it is desired to affix the brooch, the divided
ends G, and G', are pressed together and drawn back through B, bring the lugs D, D,
through the tube B, and and liberating the point of the pin A, from its shoe F.
The pin A, can then be opened on its hinge C, in the ordinary way. The pin may
then be pushed through the dress or material, the hinge closed and the pin pressed
forward, the point presses into the shoe F, the lugs D, D, clear the sleeve, and
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page_text: spring apart, resting on the sleeve end and thus cannot recede, until pressed
together, and the pin is unable to work loose, or accidentally move from its
position.
my
said
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of
invention and in what manner the same is to be performed I declare that what
I claim is
A safety fastening for brooches, consisting of the following combinations:-
A split pin A, provided with lugs D, and stop E, working freely in tube B, secured
to binge C, the whole arranged and fitted to prevent the pin working loose,
substantially as and for the purposes described and illustrated.
WAUGH & CHAPMAN,
Agents for Applicant,
70, Chancery Lane, W.C.
IMPROVED FOOD FOR POULTRY
Year: 1885

page_text: I, WILLIAM ROBERT LAKE, of the firm of Haseltine Lake & Co, Patent
Agents, Southampton Buildings, in the County of Middlesex do hereby declare
the nature of my invention for "IMPROVED FOOD FOR POULTRY 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 provide food for poultry and particularly
for hens, whereby they are kept in a healthy condition and caused to lay eggs of
good quality, and in greater quantity or oftener than heretofore.
In carrying the said invention into practice I take granulated oyster shells, and
after bolting or screening the same so that the granules are of about uniform size,
I saturate them with tincture of capsicum. The tincture is then ignited, thus
burning the spirituous or alcoholic portions thereof and roasting the granules of
shell while the capsicum remains adhering thereto.
By means of the burning the eyes and other remaining particles of the oysters
and objectionable matters adhering to the shells are destroyed and the granules are
also thoroughly dried.
The product as thus prepared may be packed, or sold in bulk, and is ready
for use.
In lieu of oyster shells, I may use clam or other fish shells, and the fluid portion
of the tincture may be evaporated in any suitable manner.
The food prepared as described will be found very desirable for the hens of
poultry, in that it is easily digestible, the grains of the shell owing to roasting,
being deprived of their density and thus rendered lighter; it is of a spiced nature,
hence palatable, wholesome, and a preventitive of disease; and it promotes the pro-
duction of egg shells, and causes hens to lay more frequently, the eggs also being
of better quality, and adapted to be kept good for a longer period of time than
those laid by hens fed with ordinary food only.
While capsicum is preferred, any other suitable spice may be employed in lieu
thereof, or I may use other tinctures or lard, oil, grease, or the like for coating the

page_text: shells, combining therewith any suitable spice, medicament, or the like, as desired.
The coating also may be dried by heating, by the action of the air, or by other
suitable means, leaving the solid matter adhering to the shells.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said
invention and in what manner the same is to be performed, as communicated to
me by my foreign correspondent I declare that what I claim is
Food for poultry, consisting of granulated oyster shells and spice or other
suitable substances, combined therewith, substantially as, and for the purpose, set
forth.
IMPROVEMENTS IN THE MANUFACTURE OF CLOTH FOR CURTAINS AND SIMILAR PURPOSES
Year: 1885

page_text: COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
We, RICHARD CLARENDON WILLEY, of Cullingworth, Spinner, and WILLIAM
AUGUSTUS ANDERTON, of 6 Woodview Terrace, Manningham, Bradford, Manu-
facturer, both in the County of York, do hereby declare the nature of our
invention for IMPROVEMENTS IN THE MANUFACTURE OF CLOTH FOR CURTAINS AND
SIMILAR PURPOSES, and in what manner the same is to be performed, to be
particularly described and ascertained in and by the following statement :-
Hitherto the worsted or woollen material used for curtains has been for the
most part confined to figured Damasks and plain repps.
Our improvement consists in the production by an ordinary Jacquard Loom of a
Lace figure of any design on a canvas ground.
The canvas ground is formed in the ordinary way of weaving but the Lace
design is woven in three several ways. In order to better understand the manner
in which the Lace design is produced, we give the pattern in three ways,
numbered respectively 1. 2. and 3, and use Nos 1. 2. and 3 altogether, or Nos 1
and 2, or No 2 and 3, or No 1 and 3 together in the production of some of the
designs.
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In order to weave a pattern like N° 1, we have 10 ends and 10 picks and the
following is a description of the working in order to obtain a pattern like N° 1.
Miss 1, lift 1 5 times. Lift 5, miss 1, lift 1, miss 1, lift 1, miss 1, miss 1, lift 1,
miss 1, lift 1, miss 1, lift 5, lift 5, miss 1, lift 1, miss 1, lift 1, miss 1, miss 1, lift 1 ==
5 times. Lift 1, miss 1 = 5 times. Miss 1, lift 1, miss 1, lift 1, miss 1, lift 5, lift 5,
miss 1, lift 1, miss 1, lift 1, miss 1, miss 1, lift 1, miss 1, lift 1, miss 1, lift 5, lift 1,
miss 15 times.
The following is a description of the working in order to obtain a pattern similar
to N° 2 with 10 ends and 10 picks. Miss 1, lift 15 times. Lift 5, miss 5,
miss 1, lift 1 = 5 times. Lift 5, miss 5, miss 1, lift 1 5 times. Lift 1, miss 1 =
-
5 times. Miss 5, lift 5, lift 1, miss 1 = 5 times. Miss 5, lift 5, lift 1, miss 1 =
5 times.
A pattern similar to N° 3 is obtained by the following working with 6 ends and
6 picks to pattern. Miss 1, lift 1 = 3 times. Lift 3, miss 3, miss 1, lift 1 a
8 times. Lift 1, miss 1 = 3 times. Miss 3, lift 3, lift 1, miss 1 = 3 times

page_text: 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 we
make no claim to canvas pieces as woven for ordinary Dress and other goods, nor
yet for Lace designs as woven in the Nottingham trade, but what we do claim is
The combination of the Lace Design on the canvas ground substantially as and
for the purpose herein set forth.
AN IMPROVED APPARATUS FOR WARMING AND DRYING BOOTS OR SHOES
Year: 1885

page_text: I, RICHARD EDWARD KEEN, of No 23 Robertson Street, Hastings, in the County
of Sussex, Gentleman do hereby declare the nature of my invention for "AN
IMPROVED APPARATUS FOR WARMING AND DRYING BOOTS OR SHOES" 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 improved apparatus designed to be filled with hot
water and to be inserted in boots or shoes for the purpose of warming and drying
the same.
My improved apparatus is made with two or more receptacles for the hot water,
each of which receptacles has a form approximating that of a boot or shoe, so that,
when it is inserted therein, it will nearly fill the same and will be in contact with
the whole, or nearly the whole, of the inner surface thereof.
These receptacles are connected by one or more pipes or passages and are made
water-tight, and a screw-cap or other device is provided which can be removed or
opened to permit the filling and emptying of the said receptacles. A suitable
handle is also provided to facilitate the carrying of the same.
The said receptacles are, by preference, inade of tin or other metal, but they may,
if desired, be made of earthenware, or partly of metal and partly of earthenware,
or of other suitable material.
One form or modification of my improved apparatus is illustrated in the
accompanying drawing, in which
Figure 1 is a side elevation
Figure 2 is a plan, and
Figure 3 is an end elevation, partly in section on the line x, x, Figure 1.
a, b are two receptacles formed of tin or other metal and connected by the pipe
or passage c. d is a screw-cap fitted in the upper part of this pipe or passage and
provided with a leather ring or washer or other suitable packing; e is the handle.
To use this apparatus, the screw-cap d is removed and the receptacles a, b are
filled with hot water; the said screw-cap is then replaced and screwed tightly
down, and each of the receptacles a, b is inserted in a boot or shoe.
boots or shoes can thus be readily warmed either to ensure the comfort of the
wearer, or for the purpose of drying them.
A pair of

page_text: I sometimes connect a larger number of these receptacles by pipes or passages
similar to that above described; I can thus provide for warming and drying any
desired number of boots or shoes simultaneously.
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 apparatus made with two or more hot-water receptacles, substantially
as above described, for warming and drying boots or shoes.
HASELTINE, LAKE & Co.,
For the Applicant.
ning and Tempering the same.
Year: 1885

page_text: Hardening and Tempering the same.
We JOHN MEDLEY WOOD of Grove Mills, Brighouse, in the County of York,
Wire manufacturer, and ROBERT HALL of High Street, Cleckheaton, in the County
aforesaid Wire temperer, do hereby declare the nature of our said invention for
"IMPROVEMENTS IN APPARATUS FOR HEATING WIRE PREPARATORY TO HARDENING
AND TEMPERING THE SAME," to be as follows:-
This invention relates to improved construction and combination of apparatus to
be employed for heating wire (mainly for use in the manufacture of cards for
carding fibres but also applicable to other purposes and uses.).
Apparatus for purpose aforesaid constructed according to this our said invention
comprises a furnace, heated by coal, the heat chamber of the said furnace is enlon-
gated, there being a return flue immediately over the furnace, and first flue, so that
the heat from the first flue, is utilized for increasing the temperature within the
second or return flues. Immediately above or upon and extending along the said
return flue, is the wire heating chamber, composed of fine brick, the wire being
passed in at one end, through small apertures formed in a door for closing the end
of the chamber, and at or near the exit end of the said heating chamber, are cross
slits or transverse openings, through which heat is supplied to such chamber by
means of a mixture of atmospheric air, and coal or other inflamable gas discharged
into the heating chamber through a pipe, the mouth or exit of which, is made of
form corresponding to the slits or transverse openings, in the said chamber-The
wire after passing through and from the heating chamber, passes into a hardening
bath, containing oil, water, or other hardening medium, and is tempered by immer-
sion in a bath of lead, as is well understood--The discharge flues for the furnace
and heating chamber are formed in the sides thereof.

page_text: Having now particularly described, and ascertained the nature of our said
invention, and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what
I claim is
1. The general arrangement and construction of furnace in combination with the
supply pipes herein described and substantially as illustrated by the annexed
drawings.
2. The perforated slabs 12 when in combination with the supply pipe such as 7,
and 9 for purpose herein fully described and illustrated by annexed drawings.
Dated this 28th day of October 1885.
JOHN MEDLEY WOOD.
ROBERT HALL.
By their Agent, Walter Brierley,
Town Hall Buildings, Halifax,
or other Valuables. PROTECTION OF WATCHES, MONEY OR OTHER VALUABLES BY A LOCK-UP SAFETY POCKET
Year: 1885

page_text: or other Valuables.
GEORGE HAYES Painter Whittington near Oswestry in county of Salop do hereby
declare the nature of my invention for THE PROTECTION OF WATCHES, MONEY OR
OTHER VALUABLES BY A LOCK-UP SAFETY POCKET to be as follows:→
A frame-work similar in construction to those used in purses or tobacco pouches
60 constructed as to be capable of being inserted in & attached to that part of the
garment forming the mouth of the pocket. Attached to one side of the frame-
work is a stud which forms a catch, which on the closing of the pocket is securely
held in position by a spring latch which is attached to the other side. To release
the watch, money or other valuables a cord of silk or other material to which is
attached a ring or button, (and which may be placed in almost any position) has
to be pulled; this draws back the spring-latch & the pocket is unlocked.

page_text: COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Lock-up Safety Pocket for the Protection of Watches, Money,
or other Valuables.
GEORGE HAYES Whittington near Oswestry in the County of Salop, Painter
do hereby declare the nature of my invention for THE LOCK UP SAFETY POCKET
and in what manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described
and ascertained in and by the following statement:-
For the protection of watches money, or other valueables a framework similar in
construction to those used in purses or tobacco pouches so constructed as to be
capable of being inserted in and attached to that part of the garment forming the
mouth of the pocket attached to the one side of the framework, it is a stud which
forms a catch, which on closing, the pocket is securely held in possession by a spring
latch which is attached to the other side. To release the money watch or other
valuevables a cord of silk or other material to which is attached a ring or button
(and which may be placed in any position) has to be pulled, this draws back the
spring latch and the pocket is unlocked.
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
1stly It is a Complete Safety for the contents of the pockets.
2ndly It requires no key to lock or unlock.
3d It is no encumbrance nor troublesome to the wearer.