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Improvements in Electrical Switches.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application, 17th Nov., 1890
Complete Specification Left, 17th Sept., 1891-Accepted, 7th Nov., 1851
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION
Improvements in Electrical Switches.
1, HENRY JAMES PIERCE, of South Acton Works, Beaumont Road, South
Acton, in the County of Middlesex, Electrical Engineer, do hereby declare the
nature of this invention to be as follows:-
This invention relates to electrical switches and consists in making the contact
bar or piece as or of a jointed or elbow-jointed lever, the inner part being fixed
to the spindle and the outer part hinged thereto, a spring being provided which
tends to straighten out said parts or joints, the outer against a stop on the former,
in readiness for making contact. Upon moving the handle to open the circuit
the outer or contact making end being retained by friction of the contact spring is
bent back and retained in this position during the movement of the contact bar
until it reaches the end of the fixed contact, when the bar straightens under the
tension of the spring and produces a quick break in the circuit.
Dated this 17th day of November 1890.
HERBERT & Co.,
Agents to Applicant.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Electrical Switches.
I HENRY JAMES PIERCE of South Acton Works, Beaumont Road, South
Acton in the County of Middlesex, Electrical Engineer do hereby declare the
nature of this invention and in what manner the same is to be performed to be
particularly described and ascertained in and by the following statement :-
This invention relates to electrical switches.
Reference being made to the annexed drawings
Fig. 1 is a plan of the improved switch. Fig. 2 is an elevation.
The improvements consist in making the contact bar or piece as or of a jointed
or elbow jointed lever, the inner part B revolving on the fixed spindle I and the
outer part A. hinged to the inner part a spring D being provided, which tends to
straighten out said parts or joints A B the outer against a stop formed by shoulders
on the parts in readiness for making contact. Upon moving the handle O to open
the circuit the outer or contact making end A of the lever being retained by
friction of the contact springs K L, is bent back and retained in this position
during the movement of the contact lever A B until it reaches the end of the fixed
contact L when the bar A B straightens under the tension of the spring D and
produces a quick break in the circuit. The spring serves to retain the lever
in its normal "off" position, when in contact position the spring F is not in
tension.
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.
In a switch, the jointed lever A. B shouldered, and straightened by spring D as
and for the purpose set forth.
purpose set forth.
ated this 17th day of September 1891.
HERBERT & Co.,
18, Buckingham Street, Strand, London, W.C., Agents to Applicant.
HERBERT & Co.,
18, Buckingham Street, Strand, London, W.C., Agents to Applicant,
An Improved Hoop and Bottom for Railway and other Milk Cans and similar Vessels.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application, 15th Sept., 1890
Complete Specification Left, 26th May, 1891-Accepted, 4th July, 1891
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Hoop and Bottom for Railway and other Milk Cans
and similar Vessels.
I, THOMAS ANDREW ARTHUR AMIES of Clifton Road Ashbourne Derbyshire
Company's Manager do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as
follows:-
An improved hoop & bottom for railway & other milk cans & similar vessels
being applicable alike to bottoms and hoops made all in one piece, or where the
bottom & hoop are independent, the improvement consists in having
a. A bead on the under edge of the hoop making a widened rounded surface on
which the can rests preventing the cutting of and damage to floors & the like &
facilitating the rolling of the can.
b. A grove or recess on the upper part of the hoop itself or in the case of hoops'
& bottoms in one piece formed between the hoop proper & the bottom into which
the body of the can fits facilitating the two being joined & preventing the hoop or
bottom being driven up or loosened or the body being driven in sideways.
Dated this 13th day of September 1890.
THOS. A. A. AMIES.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Hoop and Bottom for Railway and other Milk Cans
and similar Vessels.
1, THOMAS ANDREW ARTHUR AMIES of Clifton Road, Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Company's Manager do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what
manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in
and by the following statement :-
An improved hoop & bottom for railway & other milk cans & similar vessels,
being applicable alike to bottoms & hoops made all in one piece, or where bottoms
& hoops are independent, the improvement consists in having a bead on the under
edge of the hoop making a widened rounded surface on which the can rests
preventing the cutting of & damage to floors & the like & facilitating the rolling of
the can see Figure A on drawing-and on the upper part of the hoop, a grove or
recess either in the hoop itself or in the case of hoops & bottoms in one piece,
formed between the hoop proper & the bottom into which the body fits facilitating
the two being joined & preventing the hoop or bottom being driven up or loosened
or the body being driven in sideways see Figure B on drawing.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said
invention and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what
I claim is.
1. A bead on the under edge of the hoop making a widened rounded surface
preventing the cutting of and damage to floors & the like & facilitating the rolling
of the can marked A on drawing.
2. A grove or recess either in the hoop itself or in the case of hoops & bottoms
in one piece, between the hoop proper & the bottom into which the body fits,
facilitating the two being joined and preventing the hoop or bottom being driven up
or loosened or the body being driven in sideways-marked B on drawing.
1001
THOS. A. A. AMIES.
Improvements in Soap and Soap-powder for use with Hard and Sea Waters.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application, 20th Jan., 1890
Complete Specification Left, 20th Oct. 1890-Accepted, 20th Dec., 1890
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Soap and Soap-powder for use with Hard and Sea
Waters.
I. HARRY GRIMSHAW of the Canal Chemical Works Clayton Manchester in the
County of Lancaster, Chemical Manufacturer, do hereby declare the nature of this
invention to be as follows :—
This invention relates to soap and soap powder (or dry soap) intended for use with
hard and sea waters and it has for its object to render the soap or soap powder
capable of softening the water and thus to render it available for laundry and lavatory
purposes.
For the purpose of this invention I add to the soap or soap powder during or
subsequently to the process of manufacture, dibasic or tribasic phosphate of sodium of
potassium or of ammonium, with or without the addition of aminonia.
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WILLIAM E. HEYS,
Agent for the Applicant.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Soap and Soap-powder for use with Hard and Sea
Waters.
I, HARRY GRIMSHAW of the Canal Chemical Works Clayton Manchester in the
County of Lancaster, Chemical 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 soap and soap powder (or dry soap) intended for use with
hard and sea waters and it has for its object to render the soap or soap powder capable
of softening the water and thus making these and similar waters available for laundry
and lavatory purposes.
For the purpose of this invention I add to or incorporate with the soap or soap
powder during or subsequently to the process of manufacture, dibasic or tribasic
phosphate of sodium, of potassium, or of ammonium, or a mixture of them, either with
or without the addition of ammonia.
The quantity of phosphate used may vary from 1 to 5 per cent. according to the
hardness of the water and it must in each case be determined according to the quality
of the water with which the soap or soap powder containing it has to be used. For
use with sea water and for waters of excessive hardness, a somewhat larger percentage
may be employed.
Having now particularly describe 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 the manufacture of soap and soap powder, the addition thereto of dibasic or
tribasic phosphate of solium, of potassium, or of ammonium, or a mixture of the said
phosphates, substantially as and for the purpose hereinbefore described.
2. Soap or soap powder having combined therewith or incorporated therein dibasic
or tribasic phosphate of sodium, of potassium, or of ammonium, or a mixture of the said
phosphates, substantially as and for the purpose hereinbefore described.
Thin 17th day.
Ontal.... An 1900
WILLIAM E. HEYS,
Agent for the Applicant.
Improvements in Brushes.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application, 7th Mar., 1890
Complete Specification Left, 2nd Dec., 1890-Accepted, 10th Jan.. 1891
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Brushes.
FREDERICK WILLOUGHBY No. 2 Elder Yard Chesterfield Mining Store Keeper do
hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows
The ordinary penny blacking brush a hole bored right up centre of handle in which
is a long slot a piece of wood turned & sharpened at one end which is inserted up
the handle, & a kind of peg fastened in to work it up & down long slot.
It will be seen that by pushing the peg down slot two inches of sharpened end of
stick come tho head of brush, & is ready for stiring blacking &c. then drawn
back when brush is ready for use, the dirty stick being out of the way.
6th day of March 1890.
FREDERICK WILLOUGHBY,
2, Elder Yard, Chesterfield.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Brushes.
FREDERICK WILLOUGHBY Tower Hill Beighton near Rotherham Mining Store
Keeper do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the same
is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the
following statement :-
An ordinary penny brush used for the application of blacking etc. combining with
the brush a stick for mixing the blacking or other substances.
The improvement consists in having bored down the handle a grove or slot in
which is inserted a few inches of circular wood. This wood or peg is moved freely
up and down the grove by means of a small protruding knob. Therefore, when the
stick is required to mix the blacking, by pushing the knob downwards a couple of
inches or so, the stick will appear through the brush head & below the bristles.
This, when not required for use may be withdrawn into the handle-the stick being
then entirely out of the way the brush is ready for use.
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. That this improvement in brushes supplies a handy requisition for mixing etc.
2. Combines cleanliness with economy.
3. Saves time.- -
A Valve for Blowing Engines.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application, 16th May, 1890
Complete Specification Left. 7th June, 1890-Accepted, 30th Aug., 1890
PROVISIONAL
SPECIFICATION.
A Valve for Blowing Engines.
ALEXANDER SURRIDGE 33 Brow Top Workington in the County of Cumberland
Iron Turner do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
The valve is composed of 5 main parts, viz. a centre ring, an inlet valve, a casing
for same, an outlet valve, and a casing for same.
The centre part is a circular ring of cast iron having slots or openings for the
admission of air, which is drawn through the inlet valve, of gun metal, having a
planed face with a centre hole beating against, the centre ring, and kept up to its place
by springs on the back of it.
The air, after being drawn into the cylinder of an engine, through the inlet valve,
and casing, the return stroke shuts the inlet valve, and forces the air through the out-
let valve, which is also of gun metal, this valve has a planed face, and openings all
round the rim, the centre being solid, the air is expelled through the openings into the
casing.
There are strips all round the outlet valve to give the necessary lift or travel.
Dated this Fifteenth day of May 1890.
ALEXANDER SURRIDGE.
.COMPLETE SPECIFICATION (AMENDED).
A Valve for Blowing Engines.
ALEXANDER SURRIDGE 33 Brow Top, Workington in the County of Cumberland
Iron Turner do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner
the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by
the following statement :-
:-
This invention is a valve for engines to blow air for converters for steel making or
any other purpose where a high or low pressure of air is required.
It is intended to place upon the blast cylinder of an engine, one or more of these
valves to admit air through slots J which extend nearly all round the exterior of the
valve into the cylinder by the opening of the circular inlet valve E which has a hole
in the centre of it.
The spring C. is intended to shut the valve E on the return stroke, which opens the
circular outlet valve H. This valve has openings K all round the rim through which
the air is expelled to its destination.
The valve H, is kept tight against its face by the pressure of the blast behind it.
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 valve for use with blowing engines constructed substantially as hereinbefore
described and illustrated by the accompanying drawings.

page_text: 1. Simplicity of construction.
2. Admits of the cylinder covers being made without any complication, the valve
being placed in any desired position.
Dated thi. CL
1000
ALEXANDER SURRIDGE.
Improvements in Channel Iron.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application, 20th May, 1890-Accepted, 12th July, 1890
COMI DEID
Improvements in Channel Iron.
I SINCLAIR STUART, of No. 133 Park Avenue, Plainfield, in the State of New
Jersey, United States of America, Engineer, do hereby declare the nature of this
invention and in what manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly
described and ascertained in and by the following statement :-
This invention relates to what is known as channel-iron used, or to be used, as
girders or otherwise, in the construction of buildings and bridges, in the framing of
ships and other vessels, and in any other structures for which it is suitable, such
iron being composed of a web and two flanges projecting from opposite edges of
the web.
Channel-iron has been heretofore commonly constructed with the web and flanges
of uniform thickness, or, if the web has been thicker than the flanges, it has been of
uniform thickness throughout its width. It is found, in practice, that the web of the
channel iron, as constructed, especially when the web is made no thicker than the
flanges, is apt to buckle or bend along the middle of its length.
The object of my invention is to give strength to the web of the channel-iron
without unnecessarily increasing its weight, and to this end I make the web of greater
thickness along the middle than near the flanges, and than the flanges, and my
improvement consists in channel-iron having the central part of its web of greater
thickness than the parts near the flanges, and than the flanges themselves.
Figs. 1, 2, 3 and 4 in the accompanying drawing represent transverse sections of
different examples of my invention.
Similar letters of reference designate corresponding parts in all the Figures.
A designates the web or back of the channel-iron, and B B designate the flanges
thereof, projecting from the edges of the web or back at the sides thereof.
In all these examples, the central part of the web or back is thicker than those parts
thereof adjacent to the flanges, and thicker than the flanges themselves.
In Figure 1, the outside of the web or back is flat, and the extra thickness is
produced by giving the inner face a salient curvature.
In Fig. 2, the greater thickness is produced by giving both the outer and inner
faces of the web or back salient curvatures.
In the examples shown in Figs. 3 and 4, the greater thickness is produced by
giving one of the faces an angular form.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said Inven-
tion, and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is:-
As an article of manufacture, channel-iron the web or back of which increases
in thickness from the flanges toward the central portion, substantially as set
forth.
The oth
CB 1000
NEWTON & SON,
Agents for the Applicant.
Improvements in and relating to Damp-proof Socks and Inter-soles for Boots and Shoes.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application, 24th Oct., 1890
Complete Specification Left 24th July; 1891-Accepted, 5th Sept., 1891
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in and relating to Damp-proof Socks and Inter-soles
for Boots and Shoes.
We, CONWAY MORRIS, Engineer, and JAMES MORRIS, Gentleman, both of
180 Seven Sisters Road, Holloway, N., do hereby declare the nature of this inven-
tion to be as follows:-
The object of our invention is to provide for any make of boots and shoes a
damp proof sock or inter sole such as whilst on the one hand it shall be warm
and dry for winter wear, yet, on the other hand, in summer it shall be cool and
absorbent.
In accordance with our invention we employ cork, asbestos board or other
suitable absorbent substance, simple or compound, to serve as a foundation. To the
upper face of this we affix waxed or oiled paper of a suitable thickness-or Hessian
side lining may be used--and on to this we superpose and affix a covering or facing
of cloth, felt, linen, or any other like material and of any desired color.
Dated this 22nd day of October 1890
JAMES STEVENSON,
Gray's Inn Chambers, 20, High Holborn, London, W.C.,
Agent for Applicants.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in and relating to Damp-proof Socks and Inter-soles
for Boots and Shoes.
We, CONWAY MORRIS, Engineer, and JAMES MORRIS, Gentleman, both of
180 Seven Sisters Road, Holloway, N., do hereby declare the nature of this inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described
and ascertained in and by the following statement:-
The object of our invention is, to provide for any make of boots and shoes a
damp-proof sock or inter-sole such as whilst on the one hand it shall be warm
and dry for winter wear, yet on the other hand, in summer, it shall be cool and
absorbent.
M.
In accordance with our invention we employ asbestos board (or cork may be used)
or other suitable absorbent substance simple or compound to serve as a foundation
covered or uncovered. To the upper face of this, we affix waxed or oiled paper or
linen of a suitable thickness as a damp proofing and stiffening. .or "Hessian side
lining" may be used, or, and especially for summer wear, a wire gauze, or woven
wire may be used as a central medium in lieu, of proofing; and on this we superpose
and affix, a covering, facing, or surfacing of cloth, felt, linen, prepared medicated
lint, or any other like material and, of any desired colour.
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 :-
First-Combination "damp proof socks," and "intersoles" for boots and shoes

page_text: sandwiched "proofing" element as herein described; and (c) the superposed facing
or surfacing substantially as herein set forth.
Dated this 23rd day of July 1891.
JAMES STEVENSON,
Gray's Inn Chambers, 20, High Holborn, London, W.C.,
Agent for Applicants.
Improvements in Sacks or Bags.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application, 24th July, 1890
Complete Specification Left, 29th Jan., 1891-Accepted, 7th Mar., 1891
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION
Improvements in Sacks or Bags.
JAMES MEAD, Gladstone Road, Horsham, Sussex, Tent & Tarpaulin Maker, &c.,
do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
A strong bag or sack by overlapping the sides of the bag so that at each side
where the strain is greatest the bag has a double thickness securely held by a
double or single flat seam at or near the extremity of each overlap making it an
impossibility to burst at the sides.
Dated this 24th day July 189
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Sacks or Bags.
JAMES MEAD, 19, Nightingale Road, Horsham, Sailmaker, Tentmaker, etc., 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 bag or sack made from a single piece of canvas folded from the centre and
sewn on each side thus forming sack or bag. The sides are overlapped each edge
being sewn so forming an overlap seam which gives double strength and prevents
bursting.
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 in
An Improvement in Staircases.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application, 17th Apr., 1890
Complete Specification Left, 6th Jan., 1891-Accepted, 7th Feb., 1891
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
An Improvement in Staircases.
I, RICHARD HOWSON of Southfield Terrace, Middlesbrough on Tees in the
County of York, Engineer, do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be
as follows:
It consists in placing a spring or springs underneath the "tread" (or footboard)
of each step, so as to deprive it of its usual rigidity, and impart to it the property
of yielding somewhat to the pressure of the foot in ascending and descending.
Dated this 16th day of April 1890.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improvement in Staircases.
I RICHARD HOWSON of Middlesbrough on Tees in the County of York,
Engineer, do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the
same is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the
following statement :-
It consists in placing a spring or springs underneath the tread or footboard of
each step, in order to deprive it of its usual rigidity, & impart to it the property
of yielding somewhat to the pressure of the foot in ascending & descending.
I have hereto annexed a drawing illustrating some of the forms which such
springs may conveniently take, Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, & 6 being of steel, & No. 5 of india
rubber. The tread, which is shewn in cross section, free to move in front, & is
hinged at the back. I do not however confine myself to any particular form or
number of springs, or to any particular material, or mode of mounting the same.
I declare that what I claim is-
Constructing a staircase with elastic treads by mounting them on one or more
springs each.
RICHARD HOWSON.
An Improved Menstrual Bandage.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application, 5th Mar., 1890-Accepted, 19th Apr., 1890
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Menstrual Bandage.
I, MARIE SALBERG of Mühlbachstrasse 15, Munich, in the Kingdom of Bavaria,
Empire of Germany, Married Woman, 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 consists in an improved bandage for women for use during menstrua-
tion and it is designed to be free from the disadvantages of the bandages etc., heretofore
used, in which a smooth even surface of waterproof material, india-rubber and the
like is provided to support or hold in place an interchangeable layer or piece of
absorbent material and which with a considerable discharge or during prolonged
wearing do not fulfil completely their purpose by reason of the loss of absorbing power
and consequent lateral escape of the discharge and of the hardening of the same at the
edges, and unpleasant friction against the body.
The present invention does away with all these inconveniences. Instead of an even
foundation of waterproof material used heretofore, the improved bandage is provided
with a longitudinal pocket d tapering towards the ends and made of smooth, thin
india-rubber or similar material (see Fig. 1 of the drawings). This pocket has two
thin flanges e overlapping towards the interior, as shown in Fig. 2 in cross section,
which by reason of their smoothness and elasticity fit closely to the body. These
flanges join together at some distance from each end of the pocket and there form two
enclosures as shown in Fig. 3 in longitudinal section. The interior of the whole
pocket is filled during use with wadding, fine cotton-wool or any other suitable
absorbent material.
The whole upper shape of the pocket with the flanges is so, that it fits closely to the
body, an elastic projection i is therefore provided at the rear-part to conform to the
shape of the body at this part. This being also an important feature not found in
previous arrangements.
The bandage is supported by a belt a with adjustable and elastic bands b.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is :-
1. A bandage having a longitudinal pocket d having flanges e joining to form
enclosures ff at each end with means for supporting same for the purpose set forth.
2. A menstrual bandage having a pocket to fit closely at the edges to the body and
having a projection i at the rear part of said pocket substantially as and for the purpose
set forth.
253 KM
HERBERT & Co.,
18, Buckingham Street, Strand, London, W.C., Agents to Applicant.
A New or Improved Stiffener or Foundation for Caps.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application, 10th June, 1890-Accepted, 12th July, 1890
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
A New or Improved Stiffener or Foundation for Caps.
I, HENRY SIMMONS, of No. 12, St. James' Barton, Bristol, Cap 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 a new or improved stiffener for Caps, by the use
of which, increased lightness, flexibility, ventilation, and durability are obtained.
According to the present method employed in the manufacture of caps, the band or
frame on which the cap is made, is formed of card-board, buckram, leather, or other
material of a non-porous and non-elastic character, which is heavy and does not
permit the passage of air to the sides of the head, therefore it is unsuitable for tropical
climates; and when it becomes saturated with perspiration, it is liable to break or
split, consequently the shape of the cap is distorted, and great inconvenience caused to
the wearer thereby.
The object of this invention is to provide a stiffener that shall be light, flexible, and
porous, and at the same time possesses sufficient rigidity and elasticity to return to its
original shape and form. directly the disturbing influence is removed; and for this
purpose, woven horse-hair is employed with most satisfactory results.
To carry this invention into effect, the woven horse-hair is cut into bands or strips
of the required length and width, or more conveniently, the horse-hair is woven in
webs or tapes of suitable widths, say from 1 to 2 inches; a piece of this web is then
cut of the required length and the ends fastened together, when a frame or foundation
is formed on which the cap is to be constructed, the cloth or other material being fitted
on the outside, and the leather or textile lining on the inside of this horse lair frame,
the other parts of the cap being put together in the usual way.
It is believed that caps constructed on frames or foundations of horse hair as described,
will be much better ventilated, possess greater durability, and will retain their shape
and form much longer than those made on the stiffeners or foundations as at present
used.
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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 manufacture of
h horse-hair stiffeners or foundations, as and for_the_
purpose named, substantially in the manner herein before set forth and described.
2. The manufacture of cap stiffeners of porous and elastic materials, such as woven
horse-hair and the like, as and for the purposes named, substantially as herein before
set forth and described.
T1000
A Lifting Thimble for Photographic Use.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application, 15th Jan., 1890-Accepted, 15th Feb., 1890
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
A Lifting Thimble for Photographic Use.
I, CHARLES CLARK of 3 Cavendish Place, Eastbourne, in the County of Sussex,
Photographer, 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 improved means for lifting negative and
other plates out of developement and other baths used in the practice of photography.
The improved device for this purpose consists of a thimble adapted to fit the finger
and be retained thereon, said thimble provided with a hooked or claw-like projection
at the end adapted to be slid or placed under the plate to lift the latter from the bath
as aforesaid.
In carrying this invention into practice I construct the thimble as shown in the
accompanying drawings in front elevation in Fig. 1 and side elevation in Fig. 2-with
the hook or projecting claw a, in material such as ebonite, vulcanite rubber or
compound thereof or of gutta percha, silver porcelaine or any other material which
shall not affect or be affected by the bath or baths used in photography.
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 lifting thimble for photographic use constructed with a hook or claw-like projec-
tion a substantially as set forth.
ated this 15th day of January 1890.
HERBERT & Co.,
18, Buckingham Street, Strand, London, W.C., Agents to Applicant.
Improved Portfolio or Writing Case.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application, 24th Nov., 1890
Complete Specification Left, 22nd Aug., 1891-Accepted, 24th Oct., 1891
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improved Portfolio or Writing Case.
I, ELGIN LAWS, 42 Grove Road, Regent's Park, London, N.W., Advertising
Contractor, do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
A three fold case with intervening spaces.
Either outside fold overlaping the other & the middle fold inside having block
top and bottom with an ingroved space at the bottom & inside of each block for
holding the blocks of paper by a slide.
The intervening space between folds having an overlaping at top and bottom for
removable inside facings to said intervening spaces.
Pockets on inside of each overlaping folds fitted with slides.
The outside of each overlaping fold being divided into spaces fitted with
removable blocks.
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ELGIN LAWS.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION..
Improved Portfolio or Writing Case.
1, ELGIN LAWS of 42 Grove Road, Regent's Park, London N.W. Advertizing
Contractor, do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the
same is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the
following statement:―
This invention relates to the production of an improved portfolio or writing case,
which, in addition to serving as a receptacle for writing paper and the like is utilized
amongst other purposes for advertizing.
In the annexed drawing Figure 1 is an elevational view of my improved portfolio
or writing case in the open position, and Figure 2 as closed.
The improved portfolio or writing case according to my invention comprises
three folds, A, A, A"; A being the inside or middle fold and A', A", the outer
folds. When closed as in Figure 2, the two outside folds A', A" overlap cach
other and the inside or middle fold A. The outer folds A', A" are provided
internally with pockets or receptacles. The middle fold is furnished at each end with
blocks B having grooves in which the sides of the note or writing paper, can be
inserted when in use. The spaces a in the drawing are preferably utilized for
advertising purposes and are so arranged that the advertisements can be changed
at will. These spaces are provided on the outside and the inside of the outer folds
between the middle fold A and the outer folds A' A" and in the blocks B of the
middle fold.
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 improved portfolio or writing case substantially as and for the purposes
specified.
t day of August 1891.
JAMES STEVENSON,
Gray's Inn Chambers, 20, High Holborn, London, W.C.,
Agent for Applicant.
Improvements in Shoes.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application, 27th Nov., 1890
Complete Specification Left, 25th Aug., 1891-Accepted, 31st Oct., 189
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Shoes.
I, GREGORY SAKHEIM 9 Tredegar Square Bow, E. Merchant do hereby declare
the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
This invention relates to improvements in shoes and consists in forming from
one piece the sole and the sides of the shoe-upper to which the vamp is united.
22
I form the sole and the sides of the " upper by blocking or pressing in a
suitable mould a piece of leather or other suitable material from which the shoe is
to be formed, a portion being cut out at the heel as otherwise there would be too
much material at this part to allow for closing to the necessary shape. A seam is
made vertically at the back of the heel joining the sides which were cut to remove
the surplus material such shoes are lined with suitable material, blocked or pressed
from one piece to form, as in the case of the shoe, the sole and sides together.
Dated this 27th day of November 1890.
GREGORY SAKHEIM.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Shoes.
I, GREGORY SAKHEIM 9 Tredegar Square, Bow in the County of Middlesex
do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the same is to
be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following
statement:-
This invention relates to improvements in shoes and consists in forming from
one piece the sole and the sides of the shoe-upper to which the vamp may be
united.
In the accompanying drawings
Figure 1 represents a shoe with vamp made in accordance with my invention.
Figure 2 is a cross section of Figure 1 upon the line a b.
Figure 3 represents a shoe without vamp made in accordance with my invention.
Figure 4 is a cross section of Figure 3 upon the line c. d.
I form the sole and the sides of the "upper" A by blocking or pressing in a
suitable mould a piece of leather or other suitable material from which the shoe is
to be formed, a portion being cut out at the heel as otherwise there would be too
much material at this part to allow for closing to the necessary shape. A seam B
is made vertically at the back of the heel joining the sides which were cut to remove
the surplus material.
When the shoe is to be made with a vamp I insert the vamp by sewing as
shown at C Figure 1 but the shoe may be made entirely from one piece without
vamp by sewing a seam D as shown in Figures 3 and 4 and a heel E may be pegged
or otherwise secured to the sole as shown in Figure 3.
The lining consisting of any suitable material may be blocked or pressed from
one piece to form, as in the case of the shoe, the sole and sides together.
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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A shoe blocked or moulded from one piece so that the sole and the "upper" or

page_text: a portion of the "upper" consist of one continuous piece of material substantially
as described.
Dated th
A 1001
AYRTON & THOMAS,
Agents for the Applicant.
An Improved Rack Pulley.
Year: 1890

page_text: COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Rack Pulley.
I FREDERICK ELI SMITH of 10 Queen Street Derby Cabinet Maker do hereby
declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the same is to be
performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following
statement :-
My invention relates to a form of Rack Pulley in which pivoted lever is caused
to engage the rack and so to hold the pulley in any required position.
In the accompanying drawings Fig. 1 is a side elevation and Fig. 2 a vertical
section.
The pulley A is mounted in a metal piece B which partly surrounds the rack C.
The lever or trigger D is also pivoted in the piece B on the pin F and is shaped as
shewn so that its weight causes it to fall and engage the rack C. The lower part of
the lever D serves as a thumb piece for disengaging it when desired to raise the
pulley. The lever can also be disengaged by means of lugs E thereon which lie within
notches on the piece B as shewn. The piece B may be steadied by rabbetting the
edges of the rack & fixing pins or other suitable guide on B.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my Inven-
tion, and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is
The improved rack pulley substantially as herein described and illustrated in the
accompanying drawings.
Dated this 10th day of June 1890.
FREDERICK ELI SMITH.
A Spiral Bore Clay Tobacco Pipe or Stem.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application, 22nd Sept., 1890
Complete Specification Left. 30th Apr., 1891-Accepted, 13th June, 1891
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
A Spiral Bore Clay Tobacco Pipe or Stem.
I EBENEZER JOHN CHURCH Pipe Manufacturer of 23 & 25 North Street
King's Cross London in the County of Middlesex do hereby declare the nature of
this invention to be as follows :-
Namely, the introduction of a spiral bore in lieu of the ordinary straight bore,
by which means I obtain a number of reservoirs along the bottom of the stem for
the reception of the nicotine and also prevents the saliva from flowing back to the
mouth, producing a very beneficial effect in a sanitary point of view at the same
time causing a short and portable pipe to smoke as mild and pleasant as a long one
through the much greater surface over which the currency must pass.
Dated this 22nd day of September 1890.
EBENEZER JOHN CHURCH.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
A Spiral Bore Clay Tobacco Pipe or Stem.
EBENEZER JOHN CHURCH 23 & 25 North Street King's Cross County of
Middlesex Pipe 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 consists in the clay pipe being made with a spiral bore instead of
a straight one, which process forms a number of reservoirs along the bottom of
the stem for the reception and absorption of the nicotine thereby filtering and
preventing the saliva from flowing back to the mouth which will be seen at once to
produce a very beneficial effect to the smoker. It can be made in any design with
equal effect and is produced by using a steel wire of a spiral form which is twisted
through the stem of the pipe instead of the usual straight wire which is simply
passed up the stem.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed I declare that what I
claim is
An Improved Saucepan or Cooking Utensil.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application, 11th Sept., 1890
Complete Specification Left, 1st July, 1891-Accepted, 1st Aug., 1891
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Saucepan or Cooking Utensil.
JOHN WILLIAM RAYNER Thorne via Doncaster Ironmonger do hereby declare
the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
I make a saucepan of tin or other metal with a flat side. To this flat side I
attach two hooks to hang on the bars of the stove. Saucepan is also fitted with a lid
or cover.
Dated this Tenth day of September 1890.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Saucepan or Cooking Utensil.
I, JOHN WILLIAM RAYNER, of Market Place, Thorne, near Doncaster, in the
County of York, Ironmonger, 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 reference to saucepans, or pans of other descriptions, also to
kettles, steamers, and other like cooking utensils, and my improvements therein
consist in attaching to the fronts of such pans one or more hooks, which fit onto
the top front bar of a fire range, for the purpose of boiling water and other matters
in such pans.
In order that the nature and object of my said invention may be more fully
understood, I will now make reference to the accompanying sheet of drawings
illustrative thereof, wherein
Fig. 1 is a perspective view of a sauce-pan having my improvements applied
thereto, shewing hooks A and B projecting from the plate C, which is riveted to
the front of the pan; the said plate prevents the pan from burning above the
water-line.
In Fig. 2 I have shewn the plate C to be wider than is shewn in Fig. 1, so as
to turn the corners of the said pan.
By the employment of hooks and protecting plate as above described, the pan
may be placed in front, instead of on the top, of the fire, whereby the heat other-
wise wasted is utilized and a saving of fuel effected, whilst if required, another pan
or kettle may be upon the top of the fire at the same time, thereby increasing the
capacity of the range for cooking.
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 or addition of hooks, with or without a protecting plate, to
saucepans kettles steamers, and the like, in manner and for purposes substantially
as above set forth.
Dated this 29th day of June 1891.
TASKER & CRUSSLEI,
Halifax, Agents.
Improvements in Hats.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application, 17th Feb., 1890
Complete Specification Left, 15th Nov., 1890-Accepted, 3rd Jan., 1891
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Hats.
I, THOMAS HILL LEES, of the firm of T. & W. Lees, of Higher Hillgate, Stockport,
in the County of Chester, Hat Manufacturer, do hereby declare the nature of this
invention to be as follows
My invention relates to improvements in hats and has for its object to provide means
whereby the inside of the hat is always perfumed.
To this end my invention consists in the use and application in the crown of the hat,
of perfumery matter.
This I preferably carry out by enclosing the desired perfumery matter in a bag
which I stitch onto a piece of fabric suitably fastened to the crown of the lining so as
to lay between the latter and the crown of the hat.
Dated this 15th dor of Eahe 1800
F. BOSSHARDT & Co.,
Agents to Applicant.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Hats.
I, THOMAS HILL LEES, of the firm of T. & W. Lees, of Higher Hillgate, Stockport,
in the County of Chester, Hat 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:—
My invention relates to improvements in hats and has for its object to provide
means whereby the inside of the hat is always scented or perfumed.
To this end my invention consists in the use and application in the crown of the hat,
of scent or perfumery matter.
And in order that my invention may be more fully understood I have caused to be
appended hereunto one sheet of drawings marked with letters of reference indicating
like parts in the various figures.
Fig. 1 is a front view of a hat partly in section and
Fig. 2 a plan showing the inside thereof with my improvement applied.
In carrying out my invention I preferably enclose the desired scent or perfumery
matter a in a bag b, which I stitch onto a piece of fabric c suitably fastened to the
crown of the hat lining d so as to lay between the latter and the crown e of the hat.
In order to permit the fume of the scent or perfumery matter a to more freely
enter the crown of the hat I furnish the lining d on the side of the scent or perfumery
matter a with eyelets f.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of this inven-
tion, and in what manner the same is to be performed, I wish it to be understood
that I do not confine myself to the exact position of, or manner in which the scent or
perfumery matter is placed, but what I do claim, is-
In hats, the application to the inside of the hat of scent or perfumery matter or a
scented or perfumed lining, substantially as and for the purpose set forth.
Dated this 14th day of November 1990.
F. BOSSHARDT & Co.,
4, Corporation Street, Manchester, Agents to Applicant.
Improvements in Hutch-axle Lubricating Apparatus.
Year: 1890

page_text: Date of Application 19th June 1990-Accepted 19th July 1850
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Hutch-axle Lubricating Apparatus.
I, ROBERT ARMSTRONG of Lingerwood House, Lasswade, in the County of Mid-
Lothian, Engineer do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what
manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained
an and by the following statement :-
My Invention has for its object to simplify and otherwise improve the construction
of apparatus for applying grease or other lubricants to the axle journals of coal hutches
or wagons.
As represented in the accompanying drawings in longitudinal and transverse
vertical sections at figures 1 and 2 and in plan with the cover removed at figure 3
and with the cover on at figure 4, the improved apparatus is composed of a cast metal
or other tank or box A, for holding the lubricant said box having cast on the bottom
or otherwise secured thereto two brackets B, B, through an orifice in each of which
is passed an eye bolt C, the eyebolts being adapted to serve as journal bearings for a
shaft D, carrying at each end a disc or wheel E which as is usual in this class of
device transfers lubricant from the tank A, to the journal bearings of the hutches
or wagons passing over the apparatus when the latter is sunk in position between the
rails. The eyebolts C, C, are fitted to move freely in the orifices in the brackets B. B,
and at their lower ends they are formed each with a shoulder c, which rests on a
blade or other spring F, bearing on the bottom of the tank. This arrangement
permits of the wheels yielding with sufficient freedom when the journals of the hutch
or wagon axles come in contact with them whilst the springs are easily replaced
when broken or otherwise rendered inoperative.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of the said laven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed I declare that what I
claim is :-
1. The combination of parts constituting the improved hutch-axle lubricating
apparatus herein before described with reference to the annexed drawings.
2. In hutch-axle lubricating apparatus the combination with the shaft carrying the
lubricating discs of the guided eye bolts C, C, and the supporting springs F
substantially as hereinbefore described with reference to the annexed drawings.
Dated this Eighteenth day of June 1890.
CRUIKSHANK & FAIRWEATHER,
62, Saint Vincent Street, Glasgow, Agents.