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Improved Device for Fastening Buttons.
Year: 1894

page_text: CODIFLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improved Device for Fastening Buttons.
I, EMIL DIERKSMEIER, of 21 Gehrenberg Bielefeld, 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 :-
This invention relates to an improved device or tool, adapted to bend pieces of
wire into eyes for attaching buttons.
The tool, the construction of which is illustrated in Figs. 1 to 6 of the accom-
panying drawings, consists of an arm, carrying a frame or jaw, a, whereon are
located two pressure-bolts or rods, and c; and of a fork-shaped lever arm, e,
pivotting upon the said frame or jaw.
The bolt b, arranged in the frame a, is adapted to be pressed down by the forked
lever-arm e by engaging with the pin f, while a spring 9 tends to raise the said bolt b,
back to its normal position. The pressure bolt b, is prevented from turning by the
screw i, working in the slot or recess formed therein.
As shown in Fig. 3, a knee-shaped recess is provided in the lower part of the
bolt 6 for the eye to form in; and in the lower part of the case a, there is arranged
a bridge l, having a hemi-spherical recess for the reception of the head of the piece
of wire or "blank" which is to be bent into the shape of an eye. This bridge
engages or rests in a bolt or rod c, half of which is recessed to accominodate the shape
of the said bridge, as shown in Figs. 4 and 5, and the said bolt c, is also recessed
at m, for the reception of a washer. To prevent the bolt c, which is to receive the
wire "blank" from descending, it is kept fully raised by a flat spring.
To make a button-eye, the wire is placed, as shown in Fig. 4, with its head in the
stationary bridge. A perforated plate or washer is then inserted into the recess in
the bolt c, so that the wire or "blank" may be securely retained in the vertical
position. By compressing the two arms or jaws of the tool, the wire is forced into
the knee-shaped recess of the bolt b, and consequently bent into the form of an eye.
Before the eye is completed, or closed, the button is held against the bolt b,
as shown in Fig. 3, when the eye is attached to it in the manner illustrated
in Fig. 6.
The screw, (Figure 1) is provided to enable the complete device to be secured
to a suitable supporting plate or table.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is :-
A device or tool for attaching buttons, mainly consisting of a bridge 1, secured
upon a frame or jaw a, and a bolt or rod c, facing which is another countersunk bolt
or rod 6, the arrangement being such that when the arms of the tool are compressed,
pieces or "blanks" of wire are bent so as to assume the shape of eyes for buttons to
be attached to substantially as hereinbefore described.
Dated the 24th day of January 1894.
MARKS & CLERK,
18, Southampton Buildings, London, W.C., Agents.
Improvements in the Insulation of Electric Wires or Cables.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 14th Dec., 1894-Accepted, 19th Jan., 1895
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in the Insulation of Electric Wires or Cables.
I FRANZ CLOUTH, of Cöln-Nippes, in the Empire of Germany, Rubber Goods
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:-
In electric wires as at present used, which are insulated by means of caoutchouc
such insulation of the conducting wire especially for currents of high tension is to
the least possible degree affected by the heating of the wire by the current but it
has this disadvantage that caoutchouc does not possess the important quality
of being absolutely resistent so that caoutchouc is inapplicable for instance for
under-water cables with currents of high tension. Recourse has therefore been
taken to gutta-percha which latter material, though offering an excellent
protection against humidity does not so well withstand the heat produced by
the electric current as caoutchouc does.
To do away with this defect, that is to say, to produce a reliable under water cable
or cable in general which is fitted for safely conducting high tensioned currents
and offers the best protection against humidity, is the object of this invention.
Such cable is shown in the annexed drawing in which Fig. 1 is an elevation and
Fig. 2 a cross section thereof.
Around a wire a is placed as the first insulating matter a caoutchouc layer b
and this latter is again insulated outwardly by a coating of guttapercha c.
In this new arrangement the caoutchouc permits of greater tension of the
electric current in spite of the heat produced in the wire, and on the other hand
owing to the outer layer of gutta percha covering and thus protecting the
caoutchouc from coming in contact with any outward humidity, perfect insulation
of the wire is attained.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of this inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is :-
The combination with an electrical conducting wire or conductor of a covering
layer of caoutchouc surrounding said conductor or wire and a layer of gutta
percha surrounding and enclosing the caoutchouc, substantially as and for the
purpose set forth.
Dd1 14th 1004
HERBERT HADDAN & Co.,
18, Buckingham Street, Strand, London, W.C.,
Agents for the Applicant.
Improvements in the Manufacture of Soap.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 19th June, 1894
Complete Specification Left, 18th Mar., 1895-Accepted, 11th May, 1895
BOTTOMLEY & LIDDLE,
154, St. Vincent Street, Glasgow, Applicant's Agents.
Improvements in the Manufacture of Soap.
I, JOHN MCDONALD, of Woodside House, Balhousie, Perth, late of 56 Rose
Street, Garnethill, Glasgow, North Britain, Merchant, do hereby declare the
nature of this invention and in what manner the same is to be performed to
be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following statement:-
My invention has for its object to provide a soap which besides being used for
household purposes is equally applicable for cleaning copper, brass, steel, iron, and
tinware of every description. It also acts as a disinfectant.
In carrying my invention into practice I take tallow 10%, caustic soda 24 %, and
water 36%, and these are boiled together until saponified. I then stir in pumice
sand 50%, and when well mixed I add carbolic acid 14%, and when thoroughly
mixed 1 pour the saponaceous mass into suitable moulds. When sufficiently cooled
it is turned out into suitable framics to cool.
In the course of my experiments I have found that the foregoing proportions of
the various ingredients for most of the purposes above mentioned make the best
soap, but of course I do not altogether confine myself to these exact quantities, as
they may be a little varied according to circumstances.

page_text: 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 :-
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Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed, declare that what I
claim is :-
The manufacture of reap substantially
described.
Dated this 16th day of March 1895."
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BOTTOMLEY & LIDDLE,
154, St. Vincent Street, Glasgow, Applicant's Agents,
Improvements in Driving Mechanism for Locomotives.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 8th Mar., 1894-Accepted, 5th May, 1804
Improvements in Driving Mechanism for Locomotives.
I, ERNEST KELLER, of 3 Cité d'Hauteville, Paris, in the Republic of France,.
do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the same is
to be performed to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the-
following statement :―
This invention has for its object Improvements in Driving Mechanism for
Locomotives.
Instead of the connecting rod acting directly on the driving wheel as is usually
done in engines now in use I connect it to an intermediate wheel which drives the
driving wheel by means of a chain and chain wheel. The driving wheel is coupled
to the carrying wheel by suitable gearing, consisting in two chain wheels of equal
diameter and a driving chain. This arrangement acts as a speed gear, the chain
wheel driven by the connecting rod having for instance 18 teeth whilst the pinion,
mounted upon the driving wheel axle has only 7.
The invention is illustrated in the annexed drawing in which:
Figure 1 is an elevation of a locomotive provided with the speed gear
mechanism.
Figure 2 is a plan.
In these figures:-
A is the connecting rod which directly drives the toothed wheel B having
18 teeth.
C is a chain coupling the wheel B with the pinion D having 7 teeth. This
pinion D is mounted upon the axie E of the driving wheel F. Upon this axle Ea
chain wheel G is fixed which by means of the chain H drives a similar wheel I
mounted upon the axle of the carrying wheel J.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed I wish it to be understood
that I do not limit myself to any particular chains or toothed wheels which
however should be arranged so as to be able to resist the very considerable strain
they have to support but what I claim is :-
The arrangement which consists in interposing between the connecting rod and
the driving wheel of a locomotive a speed gear mechanism consisting of two chain.
wheels of different diameter connected by a chain.
Dated this 8th day of March 1894.
CARPMAEL & Co.,
Agents for the Applicant.
An Improvement in the Manufacture of Yellow Prussiates from the Alkaline Sulphocyanides.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 9th July, 1894
Complete Specification Left, 9th Apr., 1895-Accepted, 11th May, 1895
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
[Communicated from abroad by the Firm of GOERLICH AND WICHMANN, of
No. 32, Ferdinandstrasse, Hamburg, in the German Empire, Merchants.]
An Improvement in the Manufacture of Yellow Prussiates from the
Alkaline Sulphocyanides.
I, OLIVER IMRAY, of No. 28 Southampton Buildings, Chancery Lane, in the
County of London, Chartered Patent Agent, do hereby declare the nature of this
invention to be as follows:-
When the alkaline sulphocyanides are melted with iron, they are decomposed,
cyanide of the alkali and sulphide of iron being formed, apparently as a double
compound according to the following formula applicable in the case of potassium
cyanide 6 KSCN +6 Fe 6 KCN. 6 FeS.
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The resulting compound, after cooling, has hitherto been always treated with
water producing a result according to the formula 6 KCN. 6 FeS + 3 H2O =
K'Fe(CN). 3 H2O + K'S + 5 FeS.
If the sulphide of iron so obtained is exposed to the air, it oxidises, with
generation of considerable heat, to a basic sulphate practically insoluble, whilst
only a trace (about 0.3 per cent. of the weight of the oxidised mass) of free sulphur
is produced. That sulphate of iron is of no value, and its accumulation is very
inconvenient.
My foreign correspondent has found that almost the entire quantity of the
sulphur (12 to 15% of the weight of the oxidised mass) may be obtained in the
free state, if the mass, before being treated with water, is first exposed to oxidation
by moist air. It is thus decomposed, substantially according to the following
formula:
ABEL & IMRAY,
Agents for the Applicant.
An Improvement in the Manufacture of Yellow Prussiates from the
Alkaline Sulphooyanides.
I, OLIVER IMRAY, of No. 28 Southampton Buildings, Chancery Lane, in the
County of London, Chartered Patent Agent, 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:-
When the alkaline sulphocyanides are melted with iron, they are decomposed,
Price 8d.1

page_text: ABEL & IMRAY,
Agents for the Applicant.
A Process for Dyeing or Coating the Soles or Undersurfaces of Boots and Shoes.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 23rd July, 1894-Accepted, 8th Sept., 1894
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
A Process for Dyeing or Coating the Soles or Undersurfaces of
Boots and Shoes.
I, EMIL HITZEL, of Grossmühlingen in Anhalt, 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 :-
This invention has reference to a process and composition for dyeing, colouring
or staining the soles and undersurfaces of boots and shoes, the object of the
invention being to dispense with the existing processes of hand rubbing, machine
grinding, emery rubbing, pumice stone rubbing, and then hand painting or blacking
and final polishing and brushing; and to substitute instead my direct system of
coating or dyeing with a composition which does not require that the surface shall
be prepared or specially treated in order to produce a polish.
In carrying my invention into effect I make my composition in the form of a
liquid rather than a paste, and I apply it to the soles and undersurfaces of boots
and shoes preferably by means of a sponge or cloth.
I apply my composition to the raw leather surface and thus avoid the waste of
material which occurs when the surface is scraped and ground as in the present
processes. I make my composition by taking twenty four parts by weight of
rectified spirits, eight parts by weight of turpentine, two parts by weight of shellac,
two parts by weight of Damara rozin, and one part by weight of copal varnish.
To the liquid thus produced I add colouring matter in the form of a small
quantity of aniline colour varied to suit the depth of colour which it is required to
produce.
This composition I allow to dry upon the leather and a brilliant surface is
produced which is as attractive in appearance as the present well known ordinary
blacking or paint polish.
I vary the form of sponge and cloth and the manner of applying the polish to
suit any particular requirement.
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 process for dyeing, colouring or staining the soles and undersurfaces of
boots and shoes, by applying thereto a liquid composed of rectified spirits, turpentine,
shellac, Damara rozin, and copal varnish, with the addition of a small quantity of
colouring matter as hereinbefore described.
2. The composition or liquid for colouring, staining or dyeing leather produced
and compounded with the ingredients and in the proportions as hereinbefore
described.
3. The manufacture of boots and shoes having their undersurfaces and soles
treated and coloured by the process substantially as and for the purposes herein-
before described.
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MARKS & CLERK,
18, Southampton Buildings, London, W.C., and
13, Temple Street, Birmingham, Agents for the Applicant.
Improvement in Fastenings for Garments and the like.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 26th Apr., 1894-Accepted, 25th May, 1894
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvement in Fastenings for Garments and the like.
1, MAURICE MORRIS Bryn Llanrhaiadr yn Mochnant Oswestry Salop, 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 fastenings for garments and the like the object being
to provide a ready and secure fastening at the same time dispensing with the
ordinary button.
In order that my invention may be fully understood I now refer to the annexed
drawings.
Figure 1. Front elevation of my improved fastener in position on a garment &
attached to a brace.
a is a bent piece of wire the ends of which are passed through the garment &
have loops b formed on same which engage in loop c formed on the piece d, which
in turn engages on the spring hook e of any convenient & well known shape
attached to the brace or other garment. The parts may be attached to any
convenient articles as desired.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed I declare that what I
claim is :-
A fastening for garments and the like substantially as described and illustrated
herein.
Dated this 25th day of April 1894.
Improved Pin for Brooches and similar Articles.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 3rd Apr., 1894
Complete Specification Left, 31st Aug., 1894-Accepted, 6th Oct., 1894
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION
Improved Pin for Brooches and similar Articles.
GEORGE KEY, Clothier, of 6, Brook Street, Rugeley, Staffordshire, do hereby
declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
The pin is coiled, or beat so that it is secured in the catch by lateral pressure.
Dated this 31st day of March 1894.
Improved Pin for Brooches and similar Articles.
I GEORGE KEY, of 6 Brook Street, Rugeley in the County of Stafford, Tailor,
do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the same is to
be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following
statement :-
This invention relates to an improved pin for brooches and similar articles, and
consists in being so bent that it is secured in the catch by lateral pressure.
In order to more clearly explain my invention, I have appended hereunto an
illustrative drawing in which the said pin is shown as attached to a brooch, and
in which:
Fig. 1, is a rear view of the brooch, showing the pin free (or undone) from the
catch.
Fig. 2, shows the pin as when engaged in the catch.
Fig. 3, is a side view showing the coil &c.
Figs. 4 & 5, are respectively detailed plan and side views of the pin.
Fig. 6, shows the recess into which the pin rests at its joint end.
It will be seen that the pin 7, is coiled at 8, in the horizontal plane (or near
thereto) so that the spring of the pin lies in the horizontal plane, while the joint 9,
permits its vertical movement. Thus the tendency of the pin is always to assume
the position shown in Fig. 1, hence when the pin is fastened, as seen in Fig. 2, the
pin presses against the part 10, of the catch 11. In fastening, the pin is passed
through the opening 12, of the catch, in the ordinary manner.
In order to prevent
excessive side strain upon the joint 9, by reason of the coil being made in the
manner shown, I form a notch 13, in the piece 14, at the front of the joint 9, and
further form upon the pin at 14, a corresponding formation, which, shall fall into
and fit in the said notch 13, when the fastening is taking place, and thus the strain
is taken or mostly taken by the said notch.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of this my said
invention, and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what
1 claim is :-
The improved pin for brooches, and similar articles made and operating as
described and shown upon the drawings.
Dated this 30th day of August 1894.
CHARLES T. POWELL,
12, Cherry Street, Birmingham, Applicant's Agent.
Improved Warmers or Heaters for Plates, Dishes, and other Articles.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 2nd May, 1894
Complete Specification Left, 29th Jan., 1895-Accepted, 6th Apr., 1895
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improved Warmers or Heaters for Plates, Dishes, and other
Articles.
I, Alexander EDWARD SARTI, of 15 Myddleton Street, Clerkenwell, in the
County of Middlesex, Silversmith, do hereby declare the nature of this invention
to be as follows:-
The object of my invention is to provide a suitable warmer or heater for plates,
dishes and other articles, which, while possessing great lightness, will have the
power of retaining heat for a considerable period.
For this purpose I make such heaters of aluminium, which may be either cast,
stamped, or otherwise formed of the required shape to receive the article to be
warmed or heated. This aluminium heater may be used in combination with a
spirit lamp, gas jet or other source of heat if desired.
The part of the heater to receive the article to be heated or kept warm may be
either made solid, or same may be hollow and be filled with asbestos or other
suitable material.
.
It will be readily understood that the shape and design of the heater may be
varied to suit different articles or individual taste.
Dated this 2nd day of May 1894.
ALLISON BROS.,
Agents for the Applicant.
Improved Warmers or Heaters for Plates, Dishes, and other
Articles.
I, ALEXANDER EDWARD SARTI, of 15 Myddleton Street, Clerkenwell, in the
County of Middlesex, Silversmith, do hereby declare the nature of this invention,
and in what manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and
ascertained in and by the following statement:-
The object of my invention is to provide a warmer or heater for plates, dishes
and other articles, which, while possessing great lightness, will have the power of
retaining heat for a considerable period.
For this purpose I make such heaters of aluminium or of alloys of aluminium
and other metals, which may be either cast, stamped, or otherwise formed of the
shape necessary to receive the plate, dish or other article to be warmed or heated.
The aluminium heater may be used in combination with a spirit lamp, gas jet or
other source of heat if desired; or the heater may be made hot in an ordinary
oven and used without either a spirit lamp or gas.
The part of the heater to receive the article to be heated or kept warm may be
either made solid, or same may be hollow and be filled with asbestos or other
suitable material.
It will be readily understood that the heater may be of any shape and design to
suit the plate, dish or other article to be heated, or to suit individual taste.

page_text: 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 manufacture of warmers or heaters for plates, dishes and other articles of
aluminium or of alloys of aluminium and other metals, substantially as specified.
Dated this 29th day of January 1895.
ALLISON BROS.,
Agents for the Applicant.
Attachments for Boots for Preventing Slipping on Ice or Snow.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 20th Oct., 1894-Accepted, 8th Dec., 1894
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Attachments for Boots for Preventing Slipping on Ice or Snow.
I, ULRICH PRUSSE of 28, Neue Taschenstrasse, Breslau, Silesia, Germany,
Inspector, do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner
the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and
by the following statement:-
.
The present invention has for its object an arrangement, adjustable to various
sizes of feet, for protection against slipping on ice or smoothly trodden snow.
The contrivance is shewn on the accompanying drawing, in
Fig. 1 in longitudinal section through the contrivance,
Fig. 2 in underside view
Fig. 3 shews the two principal parts separately.
The safety-contrivance is composed of the two principal parts A and B. The
front part A consists of a sole a made of strong nickelled steel plate. This sole
has a tongue c, provided with screw-holes b. The underside of the sole a has
pins d, 1-2 millimeters long, which are either rivetted or soldered to the sole a.
The part B, which serves for the reception of the boot-heel, consists of a hollow.
piece e. This is also provided with a tongue c', which has a number of holes 6',
covered by the screw-holes b. As the screw-holes b, as well as the holes b¹, are
placed at equal distances apart in a row, the safety contrivance can be adjusted
to different length by means of the screws. The hollow-piece e has pins d'on its
underside. The following arrangements serve to fasten the described parts onto
the boot. At the back part of the hollow piece e, is a screw g which firmly holds
the contrivance to the boot-heel. The pins hh, piercing into the boot-heel serve for
further fastening. The arrangement is fastened to the toe of the boot by means of
the cap i. The latter can either be made out of metal, preferably aluminium, or
it can consist of a leather cap provided with belts for buckling, similar as with
ladies' skates. All parts of the contrivance with the exception of the cap, screws
and pins are made of strong nickelled steel plate. The steel plate is oiled so that
when walking in the snow it cannot stick fast to the soles. If this is. carried out,
the small pins & are perfectly sufficient to prevent slipping.
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:
Safety-contrivance against slipping in frosty weather, consisting of a two-part
nickelled steel sole A B, provided with short pins d, each part having a tongue c
and c respectively, the holes b, b₁ of which, cover one another, and are placed at
equal distances apart, so that the contrivance can be adjusted for various sizes of
feet, whereby the pins hh, screw and the cap i, made of metal or leather (in the
latter case, provided with straps and buckles) serve for the purpose of fastening
the contrivance to the boot, essentially as described and illustrated.
Dated this 17th day of October 1894.
ULRICH PRUSSE.
Means for Mending Heels and Soles of Boots and Shoes.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 19th Apr., 1894
Complete Specification Left. 18th Jan., 1895-Accepted. 23rd Mar., 1895
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Means for Mending Heels and Soles of Boots and Shoes.
JOHN FREDERICK HENRY BETTS 2 Crosby Square London E.C. Cigar
Merchant, do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:—
Boot menders, to be cut by machinery or otherwise from leather, gutta percha,
or any suitable substance, not metal, in shape suitable for straightening the heels or
soles of boots, and the material suitably perforated to enable private persons to
readily affix with tacks or other small nails to boots or shoes.
A
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JOHN FREDERICK HENRY BETTS 2 Crosby Square, London E.C. Cigar
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 :-
Means for mending heels and soles of boots and shoes, to be cut by machinery
or otherwise from leather, gutta-percha, or any suitable substance, not metal, in
shape suitable, that is to say bevelled, and circular at the thick edge, for
straightening the heels or soles of boots, and the material perforated, and the
outside edge blackened, to enable private persons to readily affix with tacks or
other small nails to boots or shoes.
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
That the novelty of my invention consists in the shape of the leather, gutta-
percha, or other suitable material, (not metal).
A New or Improved Puzzle or Toy.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 18th Dec., 1894-Accepted, 19th Jan., 1895
A New or Improved Puzzle or Toy.
I, WILLIAM HENRY LOCK of 44, Nutford Place, Bryanstone Square,
London, W. Gentlemen's Outfitter, do hereby declare the nature of this invention,
and in what manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and
ascertained in and by the following statement:—
This invention relates to an improved puzzle or toy, in which a series of rings of
suitable size is employed contained in a box, the object of the puzzle being by
shaking the box to throw the rings into a certain position.
According to my invention, a small box of circular or other suitable shape is
employed, having a glass lid fitted to it in any ordinary manner.
The box may be
made from tin stamped into the required shape, and the glass fixed by bending over
the upper edges of the box.
The box may also be formed with a lid so that it can be opened when desired.
From one side of this box projects a pin extending horizontally from the side'
almost to the centre, and provided preferably with an upwardly projecting end.
Any number of rings is employed, five for convenience, of such a size that they can
be freely shaken in the box, the object being to throw them in such a manner that
they will be threaded on to the pin above mentioned, the puzzle being completed
when all the rings are thus threaded.
In order that the invention may be more clearly understood, reference is had to
the accompanying sheet of drawings, in which Fig. 1 is a plan and Fig. 2 is a
vertical section of the box showing the rings in position before the operation, and
Figs. 3 and 4 are similar views showing the puzzle completed.
A is the box shown of circular shape, having the cover B fitted on top, and
provided with the glass top b. In the arrangement shown the cover can be removed
when desired, opening the box.
The pin C extends as shown from one side of the box radially towards the
centre, and is provided with the bent up portion c at its end. This bent up end
serves to retain the rings D when they are threaded on the pin, thus preventing
them readily falling off while the player is endeavouring to throw the remaining
rings into position. This bent up end may be dispensed with if desired, rendering
the puzzle more difficult to perform.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of this inven-
tion, and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is :-
(1.) An improved puzzle or toy, consisting of a small box having a pin on
the interior projecting horizontally from the side, and a series of loose rings
contained in the box adapted to be threaded on the said pin, substantially as
described and for the purposes specified.
(2.) The improved puzzle or toy, constructed and operating substantially in
the manner described and shown in the accompanying drawings, and for the
purposes specified.
Dated this 17th day of December 1894
GEO. H. RAYNER,
37, Chancery Lane, London, W.C., Agent for the Applicant.
Improvements in Chimney Cowls.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 25th Apr., 1894-Accepted, 25th May, 1894
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Chimney Cowls.
I, CHARLES HITCHCOCK, of 19 East Street, Manchester Square, in the County
of London, Builder, do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what
manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in
and by the following statement :-
My invention relates to improvements in chimney cowls for attaching to the
tops of chimneys carried up above the tops of houses to carry off the smoke from
domestic fires and to prevent down draught.
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 side elevation.
Fig. 2, is a plan of the top tube or outlet.
Fig. 3, is a plau at A.
In carrying my invention into practice, I form the base ƒ square and tapering
to a circle at e, and at the base I provide a flange g. Above the base is a
projecting bead d and a tapered vertical tube or shaft c and at the top of the
said tapered vertical tube or shaft I fix a lobster back bend b with a vertical tube a
open at both ends.
The object of the vertical tube a being open at both ends is to prevent down
draught and also to carry away smoke when fixed to a chimney carried up above
the top of houses.
If preferable the base ƒ may be round, octagonal or any other shape.
This invention is constructed of galvanized iron or of any other metallic
substance.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion, and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is
1. In chimney cowls, the combination of the base and flange with the bead d
tapered vertical tube c lobster back bend b and vertical tube or outlet a,
substantially as herein described and according to the accompanying drawing.
2. In chimney cowls, the combination of the various parts herein described and
illustrated for the purpose specified.
Dated this 25th day of April 1894.
J. P. BAYLY,
18, Fulham Place, W., Agent for the Applicant.
Protection Plate for the Bottom of Trawl Heads.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 12th Apr., 1894
Complete Specification Left. 2nd May, 1894-Accepted, 18th Aug., 1894
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Protection Plate for the Bottom of Trawl Heads.
WILLIAM HAZLEHURST Ship Smith and General Smith of 55 Market Street
Hoylake in the County of Chester do hereby declare the nature of this invention
to be as follows :-
These plates are to be made in various sizes, to fit the different sizes of trawl
heads. To be made of iron, steel, brass, or any other suitable metal, of a wedgelike
form, with taper bolt holes, so that with corresponding holes in the bottom of the
trawl head, the "plates" may be fixed when necessary, without the trouble of
removing the trawl heads from the beam. It may even be affixed by any man on
board, thus saving much trouble, time, and expense in renewing the bottoms of
trawl heads worn out by continual friction on the bed of the ocean.
Dated this 11th day of April 1894.
WILLIAM HAZLEHURST.
COMPLETE
SPECIFICATION.
Protection Plate for the Bottom of Trawl Heads.
WILLIAM HAZLEHURST Ship Smith and General Smith of 55 Market Street
Hoylake in the County of Cheshire 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 apparatus to be attached or fixed by the means of
suitable bolts to the bottom or under side of trawl heads, which is simple, convenient
in use, and injured only by continual wear.
In order that my invention may be fully understood and carried into effect, 1
have hereunto annexed a drawing of which
Fig. 1 is a front view. Fig. 2 a plan. Fig. 3 a vertical section on the samo
angle as Fig. 1.
Fig. 4 front view of smaller plate of metal for front part of trawl head.
Fig. 5 section (vertical) on the same angle as Fig. 4.
Fig. 6 taper bolt by means of which the plates are secured to trawl heads.
Fig. 7 shows plates attached to trawl heads.
The same letters of reference are applied to the corresponding parts throughout
the whole series of figures.
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 hereinbefore described apparatus for protecting the bottoms of trawl heads,
which apparatus consists in a plate or plates of metal as shown in Figs. 1 to 5
with tapered holes a and corresponding bolts Fig. 6 and nuts c, all constructed
arranged, employed and operating for the purposes and substantially in the manner
described with reference to and indicated in and by the drawing hereunto annexed.
Dated this 1st day of May 1894.
WILLIAM HAZLEHURST.
Improved Device for Facilitating the Taking of Pills.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 12th Nov., 1894
'Complete Specification Left, 12th Sept., 1895-Accepted, 12th Oct., 1895
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improved Device for Facilitating the Taking of Pills.
1, ALFRED BOWLES, of Mooncroft, Hillingdon, Middlesex, Gentleman, do
hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
The object of this invention is to provide a simple device whereby the difficulty
experienced by some persons in taking pills, may be overcome.
My improved device consists of a ring of metal, vulcanite or other suitable
substance of which the device is made, and of suitable diameter to fit the interior of
tumbler. Thin wires extend across the ring, or a perforated disc may be secured
thereto to form a perforated diaphragm. If desired, the whole can be stamped
from one piece of metal. A hook is formed upon the diaphragm so as to enable
it to be suspended from the edge of a tumbler and a convenient distance from
the bottom thereof.
When taking pills, water is poured into the tumbler until it reaches the diaphragm.
The pills are placed upon the diaphragm, and are carried by the flow of water
through said diaphragm into the mouth when the water is drunk.
Dated this 12th day of November 1894.
ALFRED BOWLES.
1, ALFRED BOWLES, of Mooncroft, Hillingdon, Middlesex, Gentleman, do
hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the same is to
be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following
statement:-
The object of this invention is to provide a simple device whereby the difficulty
experienced by some persons in taking pills may be overcome.
Reference being had to the drawing hereunto annexed, A refers to my improved
device, and B to a wine glass, tumbler or the like.
My improved device consists of a ring of metal, a vulcanite, or other suitable
substance which is made of any diameter to suit different kinds of drinking vessel.
Thin wires extend across the ring, or, if desired, a perforated diaphragm
may be substituted for the wires a. The device is formed with a hook c to enable
it to be suspended from the edge of a drinking vessel as shewn.
When using the device, water is poured into the vessel until it nearly reaches
the device A resting in the vessel as shewn. The pills are placed upon the wires a
and are carried by the flow of water into the mouth when the fluid is drunk and are
swallowed therewith.
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
claim is :-
The hereindescribed device, consisting of a ring containing within its circum-
ference a diaphragm, or having wires extending across it, and provided with means,

page_text: such as a hook whereby the device can be suspended from the edge of a drinking
vessel, substantially as and for the purpose herein before described and illustrated
in the drawing hereunto annexed.
ALFRED BOWLES.
An Improved Insole for Use in the Manufacture of Boots, Shoes, and Slippers.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 12th Jan., 1894
Complete Specification Left, 28th Sept., 1894-Accepted, 12th Jan., 1895
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Insole for Use in the Manufacture of Boots, Shoes,
and Slippers.
WILLIAM WILLS 32, St. Edmunds Street Northampton Cordwainer do hereby
declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
The insole is composed of a sheet of cork, sewn, stitched or otherwise attached
to one or more pieces of offal dressed leather, or ordinary insoling, for the purpose
of lightening the aforesaid, boots shoes & slippers.
January 11th 1894.
WILLIAM WILLS.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Insole for Use in the Manufacture of Boots, Shoes,
and Slippers.
WILLIAM WILLS 32, St. Edmunds Street Northampton Shoemaker 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 consists of an insole of cork a which is sewn, stitched or otherwise attached,
to an insole of linen, cotton, or woolen fabric or offal or dressed leather b in one or
more peices with a thin strip of binder of silk cotton linen leather or woollon on the
top side, c all round the outer edge, or wholly covering the top side as required.
Having now particularly described & ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion, & in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is
An improvement in allowing soft leather or a linen or cotton or woollen fabric
insole to be used instead of a hard or rough one as hitherto employed, & giving a
cork insole in a boot without any actual strain upon the cork itself but only upon
the offal leather or linen or cotton or woollen fabric & binder, making a much
lighter, neater, & warmer article than has hitherto been produced.
Dated this 27th day of September 1894.
WILLIAM WILLS.
Improvements in Scissors.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 6th Jan., 1894-Accepted, 31st Mar., 1894
CUBITUINDI DUITIVATION.
Improvements in Scissors.
WILLIAM GIBBIN Junior Builder and Contractor 21 to 24 Pickering Place
Bayswater, W. I do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what
manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in
and by the following statement :-
My invention relates to improvements in scissors and has for its object to so
form such articles that they may be very rapid and easy in their action at the same
time enabling the material being cut to lie nearly flat upon the table &c., and
further as the blades are always open in their normal position, a great saving of
time is effected when the scissors have to be frequently laid down and picked up to
be used for a few moments only.
In carrying my invention into practical effect, the blades of the scissors are
formed in the ordinary manner, but instead of the usual handles, the blades
terminate in an oval spring having three joints or hinges, viz: one on either side
and one at the end. The blades, by means of the spring handle, are open ready
for use,
but by closing the hand over the said spring handle, the blades are brought
together, and operated in a similar manner to ordinary scissors.
When the scissors are not required for use, the blades may be brought together
and retained in that position by pushing inward the end joint of the spring handle
and thus collapsing same.
In order that my invention may be more fully understood, I will now proceed to
describe same with reference to the accompanying drawings in which
Fig. 1 is a side view of the scissors in their normal position ready for use, and
Fig. 2 is a similar view of the scissors when collapsed.
Like letters of reference indicate corresponding parts throughout the drawings.
My improved scissors are composed of two blades ab pivoted at p in the ordinary
manner and furnished with a spring handle formed of the parts s', and the
pieces c d all hinged together atjj &.
My improved scissors are operated by closing the hand upon the spring handle
and pressing the said handle together in the direction of the arrows g g (Fig. 1)
thereby bringing the blades a b together.
In order to collapse the scissors when not required for use, the spring handle is
pushed inwards at in the direction of the dotted arrow (Fig. 1) until it occupies
the position shown in Fig. 2, thereby collapsing the said spring handle and causing
the blades a b to be drawn together and retained in that position.
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 new or improved scissors formed with a spring handle composed of the
parts and cd, hinged at jj and *, arranged, constructed, and operated, sub-
stantially as herein described and shown, and for the purpose specified.
19th day of Mawh 1904
F. G. CASSELL,
Of Cassell & Co.,
22, Glasshouse Street, Regent Street, London, W.,
Agent for the Applicant.
Improved Method of Repairing Single-tube Pneumatic Tyres of Cycles.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 11th July, 1894-Accepted, 18th Aug.,
1894
Improved Method of Repairing Single-tube Pneumatic Tyres
of Cycles.
We WILLIAM GUEST and HERBERT GUEST, both of Neptune Works, Watery
Lane, in the City of Sheffield, Manufacturers do hereby declare the nature of this
invention and in what manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly
described and ascertained in and by the following statement :-
The object of this invention is to provide a simple and effective method or means
for repairing single-tube pneumatic tyres when punctured or cut through.
The process or method of repairing is illustrated in the sheet of drawings
annexed.
Fig. 1, represents a punctured piece of tyre.
Fig. 2, the first part of the process.
Fig. 3, the second and final process.
We employ a patch of non-porous and flexible material such as canvas and
rubber, which is attached by rubber solution or the like, and then further secure
the same by an encircling band or strip of similar material attached in the
same way.
For example, having ascertained the location of the puncture 1, by any of the
known methods, the tyre is deflated and the surrounding part is well cleaned, and
the surface coated with rubber solution or any other suitable adhesive solution or
medium.
When this has become sufficiently dry, a patch 2, of canvas and rubber or its
equivalent is applied so as to cover the puncture, and is firmly, pressed down upon
the place until the adhesion is complete and perfect.
In order to prevent any displacement of the patch by friction of the brake, or by
contact with the road, and to further protect the patch from damage of any kind,
we encircle the tyre T, with a band, strip or belt of prepared canvas, tape, or other
strong and flexible fabric or material, securing it by means of the rubber solution or
other adhesive medium as before described.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of our said inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed, we declare that what we
claim is :-
The method of repairing single-tube pneumatic tyres of cycles by the means and
combination of the two processes, as hereinbefore described and illustrated.
Dated the 9th day of July 1894.
ROBT. F. DRURY, C.P.A.,
Bank Buildings, George Street, Sheffield,
Agent for Applicants.
ROBT. F. DRURY, C.P.A.,
Bank Buildings, George Street, Sheffield,
Agent for Applicants.
Improvements in and in connection with Mounts or Holders for Photographs.
Year: 1894

page_text: Date of Application, 24th Oct., 1894
Complete Specification Left, 22nd July, 1895-Accepted, 14th Sept., 1895
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in and in connection with Mounts or Holders for
Photographs.
ROBERT GREIR EVANS Lithographic Printer 45 Lower Mosley Street
Manchester do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
A sheet of cardboard or similar material, cut in various shapes & sizes, with
openings formed in same to allow of insertion of photographs, the remainder of
front or back, printed with ornamental or other design, on which calendar, & name
or advertisement of issuer or issuers may be printed.
October 23rd 1894.
R. GREIR EVANS.
Improvements in and in connection with Mounts or Holders for
Photographs.
ROBERT GREIR EVANS, Lithographic Printer, 45 Lower 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:-
A sheet of cardboard or similar material cut in various shapes & sizes with
openings formed in same to allow of insertion of photographs, the remainder of
front or back, printed with ornamental or other design, and on which calendar and
name or advertisement of issuer or issuers may be printed. Other printed matter
or design to be substituted for calendar when desired.
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 combination of photo holding mount with calendar and the application of
same to advertising purposes.