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An Improvement in Water Closets.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 5th May, 1893-Accepted, 10th June, 1893
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improvement in Water Closets.
I, WILLIAM BAILEY MOORE, of Cauldon House, Shelton, Stoke on Trent,
in the County of Stafford, China and Earthenware 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 that kind of water closet in which a pan of ceramic
material is made with its soil pipe arranged as a pedestal so that the pan stands on
the floor exposed, and is provided with a hinged seat, and sometimes also with a
cover, that can be folded back against the wall. The object of my improvement is.
to avoid the trouble and expense of fixing to the wall the brackets and fillet or rail
to which the seat and cover have to be hinged, and thus to render the pan capable
of being fixed independently of the wall, no connections to it being required except.
the water and soil pipes, as I shall describe referring to the accompanying
drawings.
Fig. 1. is a section of the upper part of a closet pan with seat fixed thereto.
according to my invention, and
Fig. 2 is a perspective view of the upper part of the pan.
I make the pan P, which is of earthenware or ceramic material, with an
extension in the form of a projecting flange F, and to this extension I fix by bolts a.
wooden fillet, or rail R, to which I hinge the wooden seat S. In cases where
a cover (indicated by dotted lines C) is employed, I hinge it also to the rail R..
Obviously the rail R might be fixed to the flange F by screws passing from below
through holes of the flange into the rail, or the rail might be secured to the flange
by any suitable clamping device.
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:-
A water closet pan made with part extended as a flange in combination with a
rail or fillet fixed on the flange and a seat hinged thereto, substantially as and for
the purposes set forth.
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ABEL & IMRAY,
Agents for the Applicant.
Improvements in Varnishes.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 11th Feb., 1893
Complete Specification Left, 20th Mar., 1893-Accepted, 29th Apr.,
1893
The above proportions may be varied considerably without departing from the
nature of the invention.
The ingredients are mixed according to the following method. The fat is melted
in the oil of turpentine, cooled, and the lamp black stirred in thoroughly. The
plumbago is then added a little at a time while the mass is stirred so as to amal-
gamate the former with it. The odorant is added at this stage so as to mask the
presence of the plumbago.
Dated this 11th dov of Wah 1902
PHILLIPS & LEIGH,
Agents for the Applicant.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Varnishes.
I, ARISTE MARTIN DUMOULIN, of 44, Rue de Bac, Asnières, France,
Manufacturer, do hereby declare the nature of this invention, and in what manner
the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and
by the following statement :-
My invention relates to an improved varnish, which is especially suitable for
metal surfaces such as those of stove grates, kitcheners, smokepipes, flues and the
like, and consists firstly, in the ingredients of which the varnish is compounded, and
secondly, in the process by which their combination is effected.
The ingredients are as follows :--

page_text: but it is to be understood that the above proportions may be varied considerably
without going outside the invention.
The process of combination is as follows:-
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The fat is melted and dissolved in the oil of turpentine over a slow fire.
water bath may be made use of, if preferred. The solution is then left to cool.
The lamp black is next added, and the whole thoroughly stirred so as to thoroughly
incorporate the black with the solution, thereby producing a thick and homogeneous
composition. The plumbago is then dribbled in and worked up with the composition
till it is soft to the touch. The odorant is added during the process of working up.
Essence of bitter almonds answers the purpose very well, this purpose being to
mask the disagreeable smell of the plumbago.
The varnish is then ready for use and is to be applied either with a rubber or
with a brush, and rubbed with a woollen cloth or its equivalent before it has had
time to dry.
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 :-
1. The improved varnish consisting of the ingredients specified.
2. The use, for the purpose of making a varnish for metal, of the ingredients
specified in the proportions stated, or in any variation thereof.
3. The hereinbefore described process of combining the ingredients specified.
Dated this 20th day of March 1893.
PHILLIPS & LEIGH,
22, Southampton Buildings, Chancery Lane, W.C.,
Agents for the Applicant.
An Improvement in Tins for Preserved Food.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 13th Jan., 1893
Complete Specification Left, 13th Oct., 1893—Accepted, 18th Nov.. 1893
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
An Improvement in Tins for Preserved Food.
I, JOHN LAWSON JOHNSTON, of 30 Farringdon Street, in the City of London,
Manufacturer, do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
This invention relates to a construction of tins for preserved food in such a
manner as to keep the contents out of contact with the metal, and thus to avoid
possible corrosion of the metal and contamination of the contents.
For this purpose, I provide a lining for the tin consisting of a jar of vitreous or
ceramic material which I fix in the tin in the following manner. I make the jar
somewhat taper externally, and, before the bottom of the tin is soldered on, I place
the jar in the tin in an inverted position and pour into the annular space between
the jar and the tin a liquid cement such as plaster of paris, which will set solid.
I thus securely fix the jar in position and completely fill up the space around it so
that none of the contents can enter that space.
Dated this 13th day of January 1893.
ABEL & IMRAY,
Agents for the Applicant.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improvement in Tins for Preserved Food.
I, JOHN LAWSON JOHNSTON, of 30 Farringdon Street, in the City of London,
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 construction of tins for preserved food in such a
manner as to keep the contents out of contact with the metal and thus to avoid
possible corrosion of the metal and contamination of the contents.
For this purpose, as shewn in section in the accompanying drawing, I provide a
lining for the tin consisting of a jar A of vitreous or ceramic material which I fix
in the tin in the following manner. I make the jar A somewhat taper externally
and, before the bottom B of the tin is soldered on, the tin being then in the condition
of a cylinder C with an inwardly projecting lip D at the top, I place the jar in
the tin in an inverted position and pour into the annular space between the jar A
and tin C a liquid cement D such as plaster of paris, which will set solid. I thus
securely fix the jar in position and completely fill up the space around it so that
none of the contents can enter that space.
I prefer to place a ring E of fibrous material, such as cotton, to form the bottom
of the space into which the cement is poured while the jar and tin are upside down.
After the cement sets, I solder on the bottom B.
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 :-
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A tin for preserved food having a vitreous or ceramic jar cemented into it,
substantially as and for the purpose set forth.
Dated this 10th day of October 1802
ABEL & IMRAY,
Agents for the Applicant.
Improvements in Boiler Furnaces.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 13th May, 1893
Complete Specification Left, 16th Jan., 1894-Accepted, 24th Feb., 1894
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Boiler Furnaces.
I, LOUIS FREDERICK PEARSON, of Beeston near Nottingham, Engineer, do
hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
According to this invention a horizontal baffle or flame plate is placed in the
furnace above the top of the fire. This plate extends from side to side and to the
front wall of the furnace but does not reach to the back. The plate is made
hollow or is traversed by tubes leading in air from the outside of the front of the
furnace so that the plate is kept cool and heated air is introduced into the furnace
near the back. A lining of fire brick is also placed under the sides of the boiler
aud is held in position by the fire bars. By this means a larger fuel space is
secured and the fire can be kept alight with less attention.
Dated this 12th day of May 1893.
LOUIS FREDERICK PEARSON.
Improvements in Boller Furnaces.
I, LOUIS FREDERICK PEARSON, of Beeston near Nottingham, 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:-
According to this invention a horizontal baffle or flame plate is placed in the
furnace above the top of the fire. This plate extends from side to side and to the
front wall of the furnace but does not reach to the back. The plate is made
hollow or is traversed by tubes leading in air from the outside of the front of the
furnace so that the plate is kept cool and heated air is introduced into the furnace
near the back. A lining of the fire brick is also placed under the sides of the
boiler and is held in position by the fire bars. By this means a larger fuel space
is secured and the fire can be kept alight with less attention.
Figure 1 a side elevation.
Figure 2 a front elevation.
Figure 3 a longitudinal section, and Figure 4 a transverse section of a boiler
furnace constructed according to my invention.
a is the water space, a' is the flow, a³ the return; b b the fire bars, c c the lining
of fire brick, d the door and e the flue. f is a horizontal baffle plate having tubes g
through it leading in air from the outside of the front of the furnace. The baffle
plate instead of extending completely from side to side may stop short of the sides
or may be connected to one side and the top and not reach the other side.
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 boiler furnaces a hollow baffle plate extending wholly or partially from

page_text: side to side, and to the front of the furnace but not reaching the back and leading
in air from the front of the furnace substantially as described.
2. Boiler furnaces substantially as described and shown in the drawings.
Dated this 15th day of January 1894.
LOUIS FREDERICK PEARSON.
Improvement in Braces or Suspenders.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 28th Apr., 1893
Complete Specification Left, 5th Aug., 1893-Accepted, 7th Oct., 1893
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvement in Braces or Suspenders.
JAMES SANHAM WILSON 17 Southbrook Road Burnt Ash Lane Lee Kent
Warehouseman do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
The attachment of a third or more ends to each brace or suspender buckle and
back loop by means of a hoop made from iron, or other metal, to which may be
fixed leather, cord, or any suitable material, fastened together by eyelets, metal
bands, clips or sewing-thereby enabling the wearer to use the attachable end or
ends for supporting pants, overalls, or other article of dress to which they may be
applied, from one pair of braces or suspenders.
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COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvement in Braces or Suspenders.
JAMES SANHAM WILSON 17 Southbrook Road Lee Kent Warehouseman 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 the attachment of a third or more brace ends to
each brace, or suspender buckles and back loop, by means of a hook made from
brass, or any other metal and to which may be affixed, ends made from leather,
cord, braid, or other suitable matérial, and fixed to a hook by eyelets, metal bands,
clips, or sewn. Thereby enabling the wearer to use the attachable end or ends for
supporting overalls, pants, drawers, or any other articles of wearing apparell which
may be supported from one pair of braces or suspenders.
Fig. 1. shews front view of brace with three ends attached.
Fig. 2. a sectional elevation of the attachment..
Fig. 3. front view of the hook and end attached.
Fig. 4. back view of hook and end attached.
(a) Figs. 1 & 2 shews the hook hung from the buckle bar (66). C. is the eyelet
securing the end (d) to the metal hook (a).
Fig. 3. shews front view of hook (a) with leather (d) fixed by eyelet (c).
Fig. 4. shews the back part of hook (a) and leather (d) fixed to hook (a). by
eylet (c).
Having thus particulary described the nature of my said invention, and in what
manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I claim is.
A third or more attachable ends to a brace or suspender for holding, bearing, or
suspending overalls, pants, drawers or any other kinds of wearing apparrell, or
articles of dress.
Dated this 2nd day of August 1893.
JAMES SANHAM WILSUN.
Improvements in Boots.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 29th Aug.,
1893
Complete Specification Left, 25th May, 1894-Accepted, 30th June, 1894
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Boots.
We, EDWARD JOHN VAVASOUR EARLE of 119 Cheapside in the City of
London, Manufacturer's Agent, and CHARLES SMITH of Henry Street in the
Town and County of Northampton, Boot Manufacturer, do hereby declare the
nature of this invention to be as follows:-
In boots as at present constructed and especially high boots such as are used for
fishing shooting and riding the movement of the wearer's foot relatively to his leg
is apt to cause the leather at the back of the ankle and the top of the back of the
foot to crack and the boots also are uncomfortable owing to the friction at this
point.
According to this invention we obviate these defects by inserting at this place a
bellows like piece of material having horizontal creases in it which allows the back
of the boot to expand in a vertical direction whilst maintaining the circumferential
fit. Preferably a lining of india rubber fabric or other elastic material is added to
cause the bellows like piece to more readily contract again.
Dated this 28th day of August 1893.
EDWARD JOHN VAVASOUR EARLE.
CHARLES SMITH.
Improv
We, EDWARD JOHN VAVASOUR EARLE, of 119 Cheapside, in the City of
London, Manufacturers' Agent, and CHARLES SMITH, of Henry Street, in the
Town and County of Northampton, Boot 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 boots as at present constructed and especially high boots such as are used for
fishing, shooting and riding the movement of the wearer's foot relatively to his leg
is apt to cause the leather at the back of the ankle and the top of the back of the
foot to crack and the boots also are uncomfortable owing to the friction at this
point.
According to this invention we obviate these defects by inserting at this place a
bellows like piece of material having horizontal creases in it which allows the back
of the boot to expand in a vertical direction whilst maintaining the circumferential
fit. Preferably a lining of india rubber fabric or other elastic material is added to
cause the bellows like piece to more readily contract again.

page_text: 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 :-
1. Boots having a bellows like piece of material inserted at the back substantially
.as described.
2. The combination of an elastic lining with the bellows like piece of material
referred to in the preceding claim.
Dated this 2nd day of May 1894.
EDWARD JOHN VAVASOUR EARLE.
CHARLES SMITH.
Improvement in Biscuit Boxes and the like.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 13th Jan., 1893
Complete Specification Left, 14th Jan., 1893-Accepted, 1st July, 1893
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvement in Biscuit Boxes and the like.
GEORGE AUGUSTUS FOSTER 9 Downs Road Clapton N.E. Manufacturers
Agent do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
A tin box with lid on top and flap at upper part of front both worked by hinges
in order to give access to biscuits sweets or other contents without necessitating the
removal of such other articles as may be stacked on top of box. Self closing by
means of flanges. Box glass fronted.
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COMPLETE SPECIFICATION:
Improvement in Biscuit Boxes and the like.
I GEORGE AUGUSTUS FOSTER 9 Downs Road Clapton N.E. Manufacturers
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 :-
A box with hinged lid (c) on top (a) to fill by when open, & a flap in upper
part of front of box (b) (to serve from, without removing other boxes on top) also
worked by a hinge (e). To prevent biscuits, when flap is open, from falling out,
sides of flaps are protected by metal flanges (d) which being heavier than the flap
will, when shut, keep the flap closed. Bottom part of front of box is glass (f).
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be prepared I declare that what I
claim is
1. A biscuit box or the like, having a hinged flap substantially as described.
An Improved Polishing Liquid for Silver, Plate, and other Metals.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 6th July, 1893
Complete Specification Left, 6th Apr., 1894-Accepted, 25th May, 1894
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Polishing Liquid for Silver, Plate, and other Metals.
I CLAUDE JOHN VAUSE of 22 St. Thomas' Road, Spalding, in the County of
Lincolnshire, Jeweller, do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as
follows:-
:-
The object of my invention is to produce a liquid or fluid, which effectually
polishes electro plated goods and other metals, with little or no labor, and which,
fluid contains no injurious acids.
My fluid consists of water, ammonia, chalk, and what is known in the trade as
putty powder, which are placed together in bottles or other vessels and applied to
the articles to be polished with a soft rag, and rubbed or polished with a dry
duster.
Dated this Fifth day of July 1803
JOHN E. WALSH,
Savile Street, Hull, and Crossley Street, Halifax,
Agent for the Applicant.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Polishing Liquid for Silver, Plate, and other Metals.
I, CLAUDE JOHN VAUSE, of 22 St. Thomas's Road, Spalding in the County of
Lincoln, Jeweller, 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 produce a liquid or fluid which effectually
polishes electro-plated goods, and other metals with little or no labour, and which
fluid contains no injurious acids.
My improved liquid or fluid consists of water, ammonia and chalk, with or
without oxide or carbonate of iron, which are combined or placed together, and
then put in bottles or other vessels.
The liquid or fluid is applied to the articles to be polished by with a soft rag and
the said articles are then rubbed or polished with a dry cloth, or duster.
For making say one gallon of the said polishing liquid or fluid the ingredients
are combined in proportions, as follows:-

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 :-
1. A polishing liquid or composition for silver, plate, and other metals, composed
of ammonia, chalk, oxide or carbonate of iron, and water, (with or without orris
root) in the proportions, such as set forth.
2. In a polishing liquid or composition for silver, plate, and other metals, the
combination therein of ammonia, chalk, and oxide or carbonate of iron, substantially
as set forth.
3. In a polishing liquid or composition for silver, plate, and other metals, the
combination therein of ammonia and chalk, substantially as set forth.
JOHN E. WALSH,
Royal Exchange Chambers, Boar Lane, Leeds, and Savile Street, Hull,
Patent Agent to the Applicant.
Improvements in Burners for Gas Grills.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 18th Mar., 1893
Complete Specification Left, 23rd Aug., 1893-Accepted, 7th Oct., 193
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Burners for Gas Grills.
I, WILLIAM BRUCE DICK, of Lytton House, Putney, London, Manufacturer
of Gas Stoves and Fire Extincteurs, do hereby declare the nature of this invention
to be as follows:-
This invention relates to improvements in burners for gas grills, and has for its
object to so construct the burner that it can be utilized for boiling or grilling
without having occasion to interfere with the fret which is a fixture.
The invention consists in casting or otherwise fixing to one side of the grill a
At the other end
snug having a groove into which one end of the burner rests.
of the burner there is a small knob or handle which projects through a slit in the
top of the grill. On the knob being turned or pulled the flame is raised or lowered
so that it plays above or below the fret as may be desired without the necessity of
moving the fret.
Dated this 17th day of March 1893.
BOTTOMLEY & LIDDLE,
154, St. Vincent Street, Glasgow, Applicant's Agents.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Burners for Gas Grills.
I, WILLIAM BRUCE DICK, of Lytton House, Putney, London, Manufacturer
of Gas Stoves and Fire Extincteurs 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 burners for gas grills, and has for its
object to so construct the burner that it can be utilized for boiling or grilling
without having occasion to interfere with the fret which is a fixture.
In order that my invention may be properly understood and readily carried into
effect, I have hereunto appended one sheet of drawing which I will now proceed to
describe.
Figure 1 is a part plan and part horizontal section of a gas grill showing my
improvements.
Figure 2 is a fragmental view of the burner.
The invention consists in casting or otherwise fixing to one side of the grill a
snug a into which one end 6 of the burner C rests, the other end of the burner
lying loosely over a nozzle e cast or otherwise fixed to the tube or part F. To one
end of the burner C there is cast or otherwise fixed a small knob or handle g,
On this knob or
which projects through a small slit h on the top of the grill.
handle 9 being turned or pulled the flame is raised or lowered so that it plays
above or below the fret i as may be desired without the necessity of interfering with
the fret.
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Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of said inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is :-
In gas grills constructing the burner so that the flame can be raised or lowered

page_text: without the necessity of interfering with the fret, substantially as and for the
purpose hereinbefore described and illustrated on the accompanying sheet of
drawings.
Dated this 22nd day of August 1893.
BOTTOMLEY & LIDDLE,
154, St. Vincent Street, Glasgow, Applicant's Agents.
Improvements in Gas-pressure-regulators.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 23rd May, 1893-Accepted, 24th June, 1893
Improvements in Gas-pressure-regulators.
A communication from FERDINAND STAHLSCHMIDT, of Haspe, Westphalen, in
the German Empire, Practical Chemist.
I, ALFRED JULIUS BOULT of 323 High Holborn in the County of Middlesex,
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:—
In the regulator as shown in the accompanying drawing the gas-pressure is
regulated by means of a diaphragm M under the direct action of an elastic pad
composed of one or more springs F. The cover D of the casing within which the
regulating mechanism is arranged is adjustable by means of a screw thread and
keeps the regulator completely tight by means of a liquid seal R in which may be
quick-silver or the like. By adjusting the cover D the pressure of the spring F
can be regulated.
The regulating-mechanism being arranged inside the cover above the diaphragm
it is contrary to the usual delicate spring and lever mechanisms which are arranged
beneath the membrane and are inaccessible when not taken apart, easily accessible
and can be removed without difficulty and in consequence of this feature and its
simplicity, it is more reliable than the usual devices. Like the wet-systems
characterized by the operation of an interior valve-cup in quick-silver instead of a
diaphragm it has the advantage of absolute locking the gas in consequence of the
arrangement of the cover D which can be moved up and down in an invariable
liquid seal, but it has not the disadvantage of these systems in which the quick-
silver is gradually attacked by the chemical ingredients of the gas whereby the
free operation of the regulator is reduced and an uncertain regulation may take
place.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of the said inven-
tion as communicated to me by my foreign correspondent and in what manner the
same is to be performed I declare that what I claim is ;-
1. In a gas-pressure regulator placing the spring for loading the diaphragm
between the cover and the diaphragm so that by adjusting the cover the pressure
of the spring may be adjusted.
2. In a gas pressure regulator the combination with the diaphragm and a liquid
sealed adjustable cover such as D of a spring acting on the diaphragm and arranged
between it and the cover substantially as described.
Dated this 23rd day of May 1893.
W. P. THOMPSON & BOUIT,
Of London, Liverpool, Nottingham, and Manchester,
Agents for the Applicant.
An Improved Clothes Dryer.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 25th Apr., 1893-Accepte:1, 27th May, 1893
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improved Clothes Dryer.
I, RICHARD SYLVESTER, of Lindsay, in the County of Victoria, in the Province
of Ontario, Canada, 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, reference being had to the
accompanying drawing and to the figures and letters marked thereon:-
The object of the invention is to make an easily constructed and satisfactorily
working clothes-dryer, and it consists of a frame provided with ropes or cords to
form supports for the clothes and connected to a central spindle revolving within a
hollow column having a rack formed on or attached to one side of it, the said
column being carried on a post and vertically adjustable thereon and operated by a
pinion meshing with the rack, the said pinion being provided with a crank handle,
a pawl having a tail for tilting it and arranged to engage with the rack, substan-
tially as hereinafter more particularly explained.
My invention is illustrated in the accompanying drawing, which represents a
perspective view of my clothes-dryer.
A is a light frame having cords or ropes B arranged around it to support the
clothes. The bars forming the frame A radiate from and are fixed to the
spindle C which is fitted into and revolves within the hollow column D. Stays E
extend from the top of the spindle C to the outside of the frame A. F is a rack made
on the outside of the column D and G is a pinion designed to mesh with the rack F.
This pinion G is fixed to a spindle H suitably journalled in the bare I fixed to the
post J. K is a crank handle fixed to the spindle H. L is a dog pivotted to the bars I
and designed to mesh with the rack F. This dog is provided with a tail N which is
used for the purpose of tilting the dog and disengaging it from the rack. The
crank handle K is used for the purpose of raising and lowering the column D in
order to elevate the clothes or bring down the frame so that the clothes may
readily be removed, the dog being used for the purpose of locking the column at
any desired height.
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 frame A, provided with the cords B, suitably braced to the spindle C, a
column D within which the spindle C revolves, a rack F formed on the column in
combination with the pinion & fixed to the journalled spindle H provided with the
crank handle K, and pivotted dog L provided with the tail N, substantially as
herein shown and described.
20th day of Apr 1800.
RICHARD SYLVESTER,
By Harris & Mills,
23, Southampton Buildings, London, W.C., Agents
Improvements in Valves and Cocks for the Control of Water.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 14th Nov., 1893
Complete Specification Left, 11th Aug., 1894-Accepted, 29th Sept., 1894
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Valves and Cocks for the Control of Water.
I BENJAMIN RHODES of 240 Bow Road E. in the City of London, Brassfounder
do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
:-
My invention consists of a push valve (self closing) for use in lavatories &c.
having an air chamber so arranged as to receive the force of the water gradually
by compression of the air in the chamber each time the water is shut off thus
avoiding the unpleasant noise or shock in the pipes so cominon to the ordinary push
valve. The air chamber is also applicable for use with other forms of valves and
cocks.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Valves and Cocks for the Control of Water.
I, BENJAMIN RHODES of 240 Bow Road, London, E. Engineer and Brassfounder,
do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the same is to be
performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following
statement:
My invention consists of a push valve (self-closing) for use in lavatories &c.
having an air chamber so arranged as to receive the force of the water gradually
by compression of the air in the chamber each time the water is shut off thus
avoiding the unpleasant noise or shock in the pipes so common to the ordinary
push valve.
In carrying out my invention I place an air chamber or vessel A between the
inlet B and outlet C of the valve or cock immediately over the controlling valve.
1 make the inlet B aperture of the valve smaller than the outlet Ċ so as to
ensure the air chamber A or vessel being emptied each time the valve is opened in
order that the air in the chamber may form a cushion and so gradually by
compression break the force of the water in the pipes and thus prevent noise or
concussion.
The air chamber or vessel is also applicable for use with other forms of valves
and cocks.
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 employment of an air chamber or vessel in connection with push (self-
closing) valves and other cocks and valves generally and substantially as herein
set forth.
Dated this Tenth day of August 1894.
BENJAMIN RHODES.
Improvements in Securing Rails to Sleepers.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 8th Dec., 1893
Complete Specification Left, 10th Sept., 1894-Accepted, 8th Dec., 1894
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PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Securing Rails to Sleepers.
I, WILLIAM HENRY GRUIT, of Ravensbourne, near Dunedin, New Zealand,
Platelayer, do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows :-
According to this invention a strong metal plate with right angle turned ends is
fitted on under side of sleeper, and has a screw threaded hole in it to receive end
of screw-bolt; The rail rests upon a bed-plate on top of sleeper, and is secured by
the head of the bolt on both sides. By this arrangement no rail-chair is required
but the bottom of the rail is wider and flatter than usual.
Dated this 8th day of December 1893.
FREDERIC PRINCE,
Agent for Applicant.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Securing Rails to Sleepers.
I, WILLIAM HENRY GRUIT, of Ravensbourne, near Dunedin, New Zealand,
Plate Layer, 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 will be best understood by describing it with aid of the
accompanying drawings.
Figure 1. being a side elevation and Figure 2. a back elevation.
A, illustrates the rail made of the shape shown, the foot B, of which rests upon
a metal bedplate C, secured to sleeper D, by bolts E, which pass through sleeper
and screw through a fang plate F, turned up at end as shown at G. The underside
of head H, of bolt bears upon the top of foot of rail, and so secures it to its bed-
plate.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed, I déclare that what I
claim is :-
The arrangement for securing rails to sleepers hereinbefore described and
illustrated by the accompanying drawings.
Dated this 8th day of September 1894.
FREDERIC PRINCE,
37, Cursitor Street, Chancery Lane, London, Agent for Applicant.
Improvements in Packing for Piston Rods and the like.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 21st Sept., 1893
Complete Specification Left, 31st Jan., 1894-Accepted, 3rd Mar., 1894
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Packing for Piston Rods and the like.
I, HARRY BRANDON 38 Grosvenor Street West Hartlepool Engineer do hereby
declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
This invention relates to packing for piston rods etc. & consists in providing a
more efficient packing & the same is carried out as follows. I provide a spring
formed from flat steel ribbon having an elliptical cross section. This spring is
surrounded by the packing, the wearing surface of which is provided with a layer
of wire woven asbestos or such suitable material. I may also employ a metal strip
or strips between the spring & packing if desired.
Dated this 21st day of September 1893.
E. EATON,
Agent for Applicant.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Packing for Piston Rods and the like.
I, HARRY BRANDON 38 Grosvenor Street West Hartlepool, 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 packing for piston rods etc. and consists in providing a
more efficient packing and the same is carried out as follows. I provide a spring
formed from flat steel ribbon having an elliptical cross section.
This spring is surrounded by the packing, the wearing surface of which is
provided, with a layer of wire woven asbestos or such suitable material. I may
also employ a metal strip or strips between the spring and packing if desired.
Referring to the annexed drawings
Figure 1 is a cross section of my packing.
Figure 2 side elevation of same.
a is the flat steel spring around which the packing 6 such as asbestos, is placed.
The wearing surface c has wire d interwoven with same in order to increase the
wear of same. The packing may be used for piston rods & other similar purposes.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of our said inven-
tion & in what manner the same is to be performed, we declare that what we
claim is :-
1. In combination with packing a metal spring a substantially as described.
Dated this 31st day of January 1894.
An Improvement relating to the Process of Malting Grain.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 5th Jan., 1893-Accepted, 5th Jan., 1894
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improvement relating to the Process of Malting Grain.
I, ALFRED BLAKE, of 25 Stow Hill, Newport, Monmouthshire, 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:-
Hitherto in the process of malting grain the practice has been to use plain or
ordinary water for the first steeping of the grain in the steeping cistern and for
sprinkling the grain when subsequently spread on the malting floor.
Now this invention consists in the employment of lime water-instead of plain or
ordinary water-at the said stages in the process of malting.
The lime water for the purposes aforesaid is conveniently obtained by macerating
and dissolving in water in a suitable vessel, gray or white unslaked lime which
should be in a dry state before being placed in the said vessel.
When the lime has settled the supernatant water is ready for use either for
steeping the grain in the steeping cistern or for sprinkling the grain on the malting
floor. If desired, the lime water may, however, be filtered before being used for
the grain.
Instead of sprinkling the grain when on the malting floor with lime water, as
aforesaid, the grain may be sprinkled first with plain or ordinary water; and
subsequently pulverized lime may be sprinkled over the grain thus moistened.
former method is, however, preferred.
The
The lime in either method of application acts as an antiseptic and purifies and
fertilizes the grain in process of germination.
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 :-
In the process of malting grain, the substitution for plain or ordinary water, in
the steeping cistern and on the malting floor, of lime water or lime and water applied
substantially as hereinbefore described.
Dated this 4th day of January 1893.
NICHOLAS WATTS,
Agent.
Improvements in Meal Presses for Manufacturing Feeding Cakes for Cattle and the like.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 18th Oct., 1893
Complete Specification Left, 9th June, 1894-Accepted, 14th July, 1894
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Meal Presses for Manufacturing Feeding Cakes
for Cattle and the like.
GEORGE PEARSON WALLIS, Engineer, 5, Wormald Row, Leeds, do hereby
declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
Improvements in meal presses to ensure an even density of cake throughout.
This is done as follows:-
The loose head at the top of the meal box is provided with a projection which
will enter the meal box, so that when pressure is applied to the ram, the meal box
not being fixed to the press bottom is allowed to rise with the friction of the cakes
on the inner surface of the meal box, thus causing the aforesaid loose head to enter
the meal box. The material in the meal box is thus pressed equally throughout
& an even density ensured.
Dated this 17th day of October 1893.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Meal Presses for Manufacturing Feeding Cakes
for Cattle and the like.
GEORGE PEARSON WALLIS, 5, Wormald Row, Leeds, 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 consists of an arrangement for equally distributing the pressure on all the
cakes in the meal box, of a hydraulic press, and thus prevent the cakes at the top
of the box, from being porous, owing to the great loss of pressure on account of the
friction between the meal, and the inner surface of the meal box. This is done by
means of a projection on the loose head, made so that the meal box can rise round
it, and thus give an equal pressure, both top and bottom of the meal box. The meal
box "B" is filled with alternate layers of meal and press plates, and the loose
head "E" is then run over the meal box "B." Pressure is then applied to the
ram "C," which rises and commences to compress the meal in the meal box "B."
As soon as the friction caused by the pressure of the meal against the inner
surface of the meal box "B" overcomes the weight of the meal box "B," the
meal box "B" (not being fixed to the press bottom "D") commences to rise round
the projection "A" which is a part of the loose head "E" thus giving an equal
pressure on both the top and bottom cakes of the meal box "B" and thus
ensuring cakes of an even density throughout.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said
invention and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what
I claim is :-
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1st. The projection "A" on the loose head "E is made less than the opening
in meal box "B" and thus allows the meal box "B" to rise round the aforesaid
projection "A," for the purpose herein described.
Dated this 8th day of June 1901
An Adjustable Crown for a Sun Bonnet.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 15th Sept., 1893
Complete Specification Left, 14th June, 1894-Accepted, 15th Sept., 1894
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
An Adjustable Crown for a Sun Bonnet.
BERTHA LOUISA BARBER 203 Junction Road N. Juvenile Milliner do hereby
declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
This sun bonnet crown is so cut that it can be opened out flat for washing and
drawn up into either a low or high crown. The invention is the opening up the
center of the back.
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1000
BERTHA LOUISA BARBER.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Adjustable Crown for a Sun Bonnet.
BERTHA LOUISA BARBER 203 Junction Road N. London Manufacturer of
Juvenile Millinery 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 crown is so cut and made, with opening up the back, that it can be opened
5 out quite flat, for washing and ironing, and drawn up into a fashionable crown
Glass Telescopic Cups and Water Tubes for Exhibiting Cut Blooms of Chrysanthemums and other Flowers for Exhibition Purposes.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 14th Feb., 1893
Complete Specification Left, 9th Dec., 1893-Accepted, 10th Feb., 1894.
Glass Telescopic Cups and Water Tubes for Exhibiting Cut Blooms
of Chrysanthemums and other Flowers for Exhibition Purposes.
RICHARD HENRY COPPIN and ALFRED HARRIS COPPIN, Addington, Croydon,
Surrey, Ironmongers, do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as
follows:-
The glass cup is fitted at the top with an india-rubber collar, with small hole in
centre to insert & fix the stem of flower blooms. The glass water tube is fitted
with an india-rubber collar at top part with hole in centre, to insert the stem of the
cup, in telescopic form and to allow the cup to be raised & lowered, for any
required height. An india rubber collar is fixed over hole of exhibiting stand to
admit the water tube & hold saine in position when raised or lowered as required,
making it telescopic.
Dated this 13th day of February 1893
RICHARD HENRY COPPIN.
ALFRED HARRIS COPPIN.
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Glass Telescopic Cups and Water Tubes for Exhibiting Cut Blooms
of Chrysanthemums and other Flowers for Exhibition Purposes.
RICHARD HENRY COPPIN and ALFRED HARRIS COPPIN, Ironmongers
Addington, Croydon, Surrey. We 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 cups A and water tubes B may be made in glass, chinaware or metal, with
grooves C & D in each to insert an india-rubber washer, one small washer is fitted to
groove C in cup A, with a small hole to admit the stem of flower and hold it firmly
in position. The washer in top of water tube B is fitted in groove D to allow the
stem of the cup A to pass through D, thereby making it telescopic. The large
washer E is fixed under tin cap F to exhibiting board, with a large hole to admit
stem of water tube B making it also telescopic.
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
1. The grooves C & D.
2. The tin cap F.
3. The india-rubber washers, when adapted to grooves D. & tin cap F., by
which the tubes are made telescopic for adjusting to different heights.
A The india whher wecher when fixed in w
for the wurnose of bolding
RICHARD H. COPPIN.
ALFRED HARRIS COPPIN.
An Improved System of Increasing the Illuminating Power of Common House Gas by Burning the Fumes of Heated Oils in Conjunction with it.
Year: 1893

page_text: Date of Application, 3rd Feb., 1893
Complete Specification Left, 22nd Aug., 1893-Accepted, 21st Oct., 1893 °
PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION.
An Improved System of Increasing the Illuminating Power of
Common House Gas by Burning the Fumes of Heated Oils in
Conjunction with it.
CHARLES HENRY HARRISON 8 Bulwer Street Shepherds Bush London,
West, Gas Engineer, do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as
follows:-
The use of the principle of producing an illuminant by the admixture of common
house gas and the fumes of burning or lamp oils.
The apparatus I prefer for the above is a metal ball or cylinder nearly filled
with oil; the gas passes through a tube in the ball or cylinder to a gas burner
placed either below or at the sides of the ball or cylinder; the heat from which
burner playing against the sides of the ball or cylinder heats the oil within and
therefor generates fumes, which escapes through a small hole into the tube that
conveys the gas to the burner, and combining with the gas produces a brilliant
flame.
Dated this and dow of Fabr 1802
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improved System of Increasing the Illuminating Power of
Common House Gas by Burning the Fumes of Heated Oils in
Conjunction with it.
Charles HenrY HARRISON 8 Bulwer Street Shepherds Bush London W.
Gas Engineer, do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner
the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by
the following statement :-
The system or principle of producing a powerful illuminant, by the admixture
of common house gas and the fumes or vapours of heated oils.
The apparatus I prefer to use for the above, is a metal vessel charged with oil.
Gas enters the vessel through a tube, and passes through another tube or tubes to
gas burners, placed in such positions, that the heat from them, shall sufficiently
hoat the oil within the vessel, whereby fumes or vapours are made to rise from the
same, which mixing with the gas, will then pass to the burners, where it will burn
with a brilliant flame.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed 1 declare that what I
claim is :
The novelty of largely increasing the illuminating power of common house gas,
by combining the same with the fumes of heated oils, in an apparatus, self-working,
portable, simple, and that requires recharging with the oil, or carburetting material
but seldom; and that can be attached to a gas fitting, or gas pipe, simply by the
use of a screw connection.
Di
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