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Year: 1887

page_text: I, GEORGE PINDER, of Edwinsiowe, near Newark, Nottingham, Firework Manu-
facturer, 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 combined signal, identifier and truncheon is principally for use by gamekeepers
to enable them to signal to each other and to identify poachers at night and to serve
as a protection against stone throwing and other assults; and it can also be used by
other persons for like purposes.
The said combined signal, identifier and truncheon is illustrated in clevation by
Fig. 1 of the accompanying drawing and in part longitudinal section and in plan by
Fig. 2 Fig. 3 representing a longitudinal section of the same after having been used
for signalling or other like purposes.
The same letters of reference indicate the same parts in all the Figures.
A is a strong hollow cylinder or outer casing of millboard or other suitable stiff
material made similarly to a "Roman Candle' or a "Rocket" case and is firmly
attached to the handle B which fits therein and which is preferably made of wood.
The case A is loaded similarly to a "Roman Candle" case, that is to say, it contains
similar inflammable balls or wads C, C, C, C, alternated by fuse d, d, d, d, and having
gunpowder around and beneath them so that when a light is applied to the top a¹ the
fuse will gradually burn down and the balls or wads C, C, C, U, be thrown out of the
case as balls of fire to be projected either into the air as a signal or towards an
assailant. I prefer to place a plug of clay e at the bottom of the casing which is
rammed down and makes the joint of the casing to the handle fire-tight.

page_text: The handle B is preferably made of some heavy wood such as ash so that whether
the case he loaded (Figs. 1 and 2) or has been discharged (Fig. 3) it will form a stout
truncheon (by grasping the upper part A¹) for defensive purposes.
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 new or improved combined signal, identifier and truncheon substantially as
herein before described and illustrated in the accompanying drawing.
CHARLES BOSWORTH KETLEY,
Agent for the Applicant.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 14th Mar., 1887
Complete Left, 14th Dec., 1887
Complete Accepted, 10th Feb, 1888
I WILLIAM WILSON, of No. 10 Newman Street in the County of Middlesex,
Gentleman, do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
This Invention relates to a new and certain cure for the Toothache.
The Ingredients 1 employ are Chloroform, Camphor, Opium, Choral Hydrate,
Cocaine, Lint Pellets.
These Ingredients in suitable proportions are prepared and sold in the form of
pellets ready for use.
HUGHES & SON,
5, Chancery Lane, W.C.,
Agents for the Applicant.

page_text: I WILLIAM WILSON of No. 10 Newman Street in the County of Middlesex,
Gentleman do hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the
same s to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the
following statement :-
This Invention relates to a new and certain cure for the toothache.
The ingredients I employ are Chloroform, Camphor, Opium, Chloral Hydrate,
Cocaine and Lint pellets.
In carrying the Invention into practice 1 take
15 parts Cocaine.
80 parts Chloral Hydrate.
70 parts powdered Camphor.
1 part powdered Opium.
5 parts Chloroform.
Having mixed the powders well together I place them in a porcelain or glass vessel,
which is then inserted in a hotwater bath, the Chloroform being gradually added.
Pellets of suitable size are made of lint or absorbent cotton wool and charged with
the fluid in the aforesaid vessel. They are then placed in glass tubes which are corked
and are 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 1 declare that what I
claim is
Improvements in Garnett Wire and in the Method of Covering with the same the Rollers of Machines for Opening and Carding Fibres.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 3rd Sept., 1887
Complete Left, 4th June, 1888
Complete Accepted, 6th July, 1888
Improvements in Garnett Wire and in the Method of Covering
with the same the Rollers of Machines for Opening and
Carding Fibres.
I JOHN THORNTON of Cleckheaton in the County of York Machine Maker do hereby
declare the nature of this Invention to be as follows:-
My invention relates to making a new section of Garnett wire, by which rollers can
be covered spirally with the Garnett wire as finely or as coarse as required.
A small spiral grove is cut or formed around the periphery of the roller any
required pitch, so as to leave the roller strong and durable. The tooth of the wire
is rolled or constructed with a rib or flange below the toothed part, and a projecting
part below the rib or flange. This projecting part is inserted in the spiral grove
cut in the roller and is milled in by means of the rib or flange, such rib con-
stituting the space between each wire along and forming the whole surface of the
roller by this means the wire may be placed very close upon the periphery of the
roller and the groves are so small or narrow that there is greater strength between
each grove than can be obtained by the present forms of tooth and means of fixing
the same.
DL: Contambor 1987
JOHN E. WALSH,
Crossley Street, Halifax,
Agent for the Applicant.

page_text: Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of this invention
and in what manner the same is to be performed, I would have it understood, that
I am aware that various sections of Garnett wire have been previously made and
patented, but I declare that what I claim is :-
1. Forming Garnett wire with a shank or projection below the rib or flange of the
wire, such shank or projection being inserted in the grooves formed on the periphery
of the cylinder for carding and similar purposes, as shown and described.
2. The combination of the L and inverted T wires, as and for the purposes shown
and described.
3. The combination of the double inverted T wires with shanks below their base,
milled in within the grooves and spaces, as shown and described.
4. The double wire having one shank below the base, for securing it in the
grooves substantially as shown and described.
JOHN E. WALSH,
Crossley Street, Halifax,
Agent for the Applicant.
New and Improved Solid Steel Shafts for Light Draught Vehicles.
Year: 1887

page_text: COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
New and Improved Solid Steel Shafts for Light Draught Vehicles.
I WILLIAM AUSTIN COLOLOUCH of 22 and 23 Duke Street Dublin, Coach Builder do
hereby declare the nature of the said invention for NEW AND IMPROVED SOLID STEEL
SHAFTS FOR LIGHT DRAUGHT VEHICLES, and in what manner the same is to be performed,
to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following statement, that is
to say:
Shafts for light draught vehicles as is well known are constructed of wood, so that
they are liable to breakage from various causes, such for example as the horse falling
in which case they are apt to snap, or splinter and should such a casualty occur might
prove of serious import by injury to the beast which in the event of its being a
valuable animal would be of irreparaple consequences to the owner.
The object of this invention is to construct shafts of such a nature and material that
these casualties are practically rendered nil, whilst at the same time the shafts are less
cumbersome whilst possessing all the properties essentially requisite of lightness,
strength and durability.
With this view and in order to obviate the drawbacks above referred to as inherent
to the method and material of construction as at present in vogue, I make my
improved shafts of solid steel and extremely light so as to present the appearance of
thin rods although they possess great strength coupled with elasticity and flexibility.
Therefore in the event of the horse falling they will not become bent or out of form
as would occur with other metal, but on the animal rising they would resume their
original shape and spring back again into their normal position, with the advantage
that when pressed on the ground by the horses weight, they will act as powerful
springs and greatly assist the animal to regain its feet.

page_text: . . They can also be constructed so as to be capable of extension or contraction as
required.
In the accompanying drawings a single shaft of the description embodying my
invention is shown, I do not however restrict myself to this or any other form as they
may be variously fashioned as may be deemed suitable or convenient so long as the
purposes of my invention are carried out.
Having thus described and ascertained the nature of my invention and in what
manner the same is to be performed what I claim is
The construction of solid steel shafts for light draught vehicles as and for the
purposes herein set forth.
MESSIEURS A. C. HENDERSON & Co.,
46, Southampton Buildings, W.C.,
Agents for the Inventor.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 6th Jan., 1887.
Complete Left, 28th Feb., 1887.
Complete Accepted, 29th Mar., 1887.
THOMAS GEORGE STEVENS Bell Wharf, Swanscombe Dartford, Kent Engineer do
hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
It consists of an iron or brass band lined with wood clasping a rigger of either
wood or iron, keyed to the steering wheel shaft. The band lined with wood has two
lugs with two pivot nuts through which a short shaft passes into a right and left screw.
The shaft is supported by two stancheons made fast to the deck. In some cases the
stancheons may be dispensed with by brackets fastened to the wheel post.
The friction is caused by the movement of the short shaft passing through the lug
nuts by a half revolution caused by either hand or foot by means of a wrench or small
wheel.
By this method the steering is made easier, and not hazardous to life or limb.

page_text: Steadying Marine Steering Wheels by Friction.
THOMAS GEORGE STEVENS, Bell Wharf, Swanscombe, Dartford, Engineer, do
hereby declare the nature of this invention and in what manner the same is to
bo performed, to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following
statement:-
It consists of an iron, steel, or brass band lined with wood, clasping a rigger of iron,
brass, or wood keyed to the steering wheel shaft :-in cases of screw-steering-gear it
will be necessary to fit the rigger with a feather instead of key, so as to allow for the
fore and aft movement of the shaft. The band lined with wood has a lug at each
end, each fitted with a pivot-nut through which a short shaft passes into a right and
left handed screw. The shaft is supported by various means. The friction is caused
by a half revolution of the short shaft worked by either hand or foot by various
means.
This method has the following advantages.-The wheel can always be kept perfecu
under control by one person in a heavy sea without hazard to life or limb, wheel-
lashings are dispensed with, the wheel can be fixed so that it can be left with safety
when necessary this will be found very valuable to yachts, barges, and fishing smacks
in heavy weather when more than one hand is often required at the wheel. The friction
will give when the rudder is struck by a heavy sea or when it comes in collision with
a vessel or pier, thus preventing any breakage of steering gear. The friction can be
regulated according to weather.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said invention,
I declare that what I claim is
· Steadying or breaking Marine Steering Wheels by Friction'
Year: 1887

page_text: Invention to be as follows:-
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Whereas there exists a patent No. 291 of Jan. 7. 1886-The principle being
shrinking of an outside shell of Ivory over a disc-I do away with the shrinking
process and introduce a circle of half rounded metal and by pressure of this secure
the disc.
To make first-I take a piece of Ivory or other material, and turn it into the
shape of a button then I hollow out the centre, making the lower part of the cavity
larger than the top similar to a dovetail-secondly I make a disc, with a grooved
edge, of any suitable material this disc being much smaller than the cavity of the
button.
Thirdly I make a thin metal plate rather larger than the cavity in button, and
puncture a hole out of the centre of it nearly large enough to admit of my disc-
then I burr both the inside and the outside edges of this plate.
Fourthly I take the button place the disc in the centre of cavity,-lay the burred
plate in, and press down the plate until it spreads itself into the dovetail of the
button and the grooved edge of the disc.
EDWARD GRIFFITH,
42, Cheapside, E.C.

page_text: EDWARD GRIFFITH 42 Cheapside E.C. Button Merchant do hereby declare the
nature of this invention and in what manner the same is to be performed, to be
particularly described and ascertained in and by the following statement :-
Whereas there exists a patent No. 291 Jan. 7. 1886. The principle of which is a
shrinking of an outside shell of Ivory over a disc-I do away with the shrinking
process and introduce a circle of half rounded or convex metal and by pressure of this
secure the disc.
To make. First I take a piece of Ivory, or vegetable Ivory, or other material and
turn it into the shape of a button, then I hollow out the centre making the lower part
of the cavity larger than the top, similar to a dovetail (Fig. 1).
Secondly, I make a disc with a grooved, or rebate, edge of any material, this disc
being much smaller than the cavity of the button (Fig. 2).
Thirdly I make a thin metal plate rather larger than the cavity in the button, and
puncture a hole out of the centre of it, nearly large enough to admit of my disc
(Fig. 3) then I turn the edges of this plate down (Fig. 3").
Fourthly I take the button place the disc in the centre of the cavity, lay the
burred plate in, and press down the plate until it spreads itself into the dovetail rebate
of the button and the rebate edge of the inner disc (Fig. 4).
When it is desirable to make a button having a centre of the same material as the
outside shell, I turn the button and centre in one piece as (Fig. 5) I then introduce
my metal plate (Fig. 3) and press this in.
Having now particularly described & 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 introduction of a disc, fancy or otherwise into the face of a button by
pressure of it into a dovetailed rebate.
2. The dividing and subdividing of the disc into smaller discs introduced into each
other by means of dovetailed rebates.
Dated this 11th day of February 1887.
EDWARD GRIFFITH,
42, Cheapside, E.C.
Year: 1887

page_text: 1 ROBERT PEEL of Providence Works, Harris Street Bradford in the county of
York Fender, Fire Iron, and Top bar Manufacturer do hereby declare the nature of
this Invention to be as follows:-
I form my top bars with an adjustable foot or leg attached to each side of the top
5 bar, by bolt screw or other fastener, so as to be adjustable in its slot, by this
means my top bars will fit any size of rib, by adjusting the foot backwards or
forwards.
JOHN E. WALSH,
Crossley Street, Halifax,
Agent for the Applicant.

page_text: COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Top Bars for the Ribs of Fire Places.
I ROBERT PEEL of Providence Works, Harris Street, Bradford in the county of
York, Fire Iron and Top Bar 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 :-
I form my top bars with an adjustable foot or leg attached to each side of the top 5
bar by bolt, screw, or other fastener, so as to be adjustable in its slot; by this
means my top bars will fit any size of rib by adjusting the foot backwards or
forwards.
DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS.
Fig. 1 is a plan of underside of Top Bar.
Fig. 2 is a section of Fig. 1 through the line A. B.
Fig. 3 is a modification of Fig. 2.
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C is the top bar with an adjustable foot or leg D, attached to each side of the top
bar C by bolt E, and nut F, or it equivalent, so as to be adjustable in its slot G, by
this means my top bars can be made to fit any size of rib, by adjusting and moving 15
the foot backwards or forwards.
Also they are much more convenient for packing either for stock or carriage, as
the foot or leg D may be taken off and laid flat.
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 20
claim is :-
1. Top bars having adjustable legs, substantially as and for the purposes shown and
described.
Dated this Fifteenth day of August 1888.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 19th Apr., 1887
Complete Left, 19th Jan., 1888
Complete Accepted, 24th Feb., 1888
I, WILLIAM CUNNINGHAM of Laurieston Cottage, Selkirk, in the County of Selkirk,
Manufacturer, do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
My invention, which relates to carding machines, has for object to make better
provision for straightening and laying the fibres on the "doffer" of the machine in
the operation of carding wool or similar fibres and to that end the invention consists
in combining with the doffer a roller or rollers covered with carding wire cloth which
is or are placed in contact with the doffer and preferably under it in proximity to the
carding cylinder from which the doffer strips the fibre, the said roller or rollers being
driven at a surface velocity greater than that of the doffer so that the fibre is thereby
laid in comparatively straight lines on the doffer.
CRUIKSHANK & FAIRWEATHER,
62, Saint Vincent Street, Glasgow,
Agents.

page_text: COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
An Improvement in Carding Machines.
I, WILLIAM CUNNINGHAM of Laurieston Cottage, Selkirk, in the County of Selkirk,
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, which relates to carding machines has for its object to make better
provision for straightening and laying the fibres on the "doffer" of the machine in
the operation of carding wool or similar fibres; and to that end the invention consists
in combining with the doffer a roller or rollers which is or are placed in contact with
the doffer and preferably under it in proximity to the carding cylinder from which the
doffer strips the fibre, the said roller or rollers being driven at a surface velocity
greater than that of the doffer so that the fibre thereby laid in comparatively
straight lines on the doffer. The said straightening roller is by preference covered
with carding wire cloth but it may be used without such covering.
The accompanying drawing represents in outline a carding machine to which my
invention is applied. A is the main carding cylinder and B the doffer whilst C is
the roller for laying the fibre on the doffer. The said roller may be carried as shown
so that its position relatively with that of the doffer may be adjusted by means of
screws D or the like.
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 :—
In combination with the carding cylinder and doffer of a carding machine a fibre
straightening and laying roller fitted and arranged to operate substantially as
described.
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T1000
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 26th Jan., 1887.
Specification Accepted, 11th Mar., 1887.
I, THOMAS MONKS, of 74, Chester Road, Highgate New Town, in the County of
Middlesex, Mason, do hereby declare the nature of the said 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 adaptation as hereinafter stated of the roach or rag of
portland stone, at present a wasted natural product, or of such substance in combina-
tion with flint and with marble, each adapted or prepared as hereinafter stated, or with
either of such latter substances, as an advantageous substitute for the sand mixtures
which are commonly used by bird fanciers and are applied to the use of, and caused to
be partaken of by, caged birds, pigeons, and poultry, for the purpose principally of
causing their plumage and general appearance to be improved.
The said roach or rag, and the said admixtures thereof, when adapted or prepared
and used in the manner herein stated are applicable to the use of all kinds of caged
birds, pigeons, and poultry, and possess a combination of properties and qualities which
none of the said sand mixtures possess when applied to the purpose aforesaid; being
effective in destroying all parasites and insects peculiar to such birds in preventing
the laying of soft eggs; in drying wattle and sear on such birds; in increasing the
formation of bone; in absorbing and dissipating any moisture or wet without liability
of caking; in destroying all offensive smells arising from such birds; and in enhancing
the beauty of their plumage and improving their general appearance.
The said substance or admixtures is or are adapted or prepared and used for the
purpose of the Invenion in a mixed granulated and powdered state; and in such
condition is or are readily partaken of by all such birds. I do not limit myself to the
use of such substances (when used in such combinations as aforesaid) in any particular
proportions, but I find the following proportions to give very advantageous results, to
wit, double the amount of the roach or rag to that of either the marble or flint, or to

page_text: that of both the marble and flint, which latter substances when both are usd, are
used in equal proportions. I also propose to use such substance or admixtures in
combination with such sand mixtures as aforesaid, and in varied proportions, for the
purpose of causing such combined admixture to possess the valuable properties and
qualities aforesaid.
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 adaptation of the roach or rag of portland stone, or of such substance in
combination with flint and with marble, or with either of such latter substances, or
otherwise, substantially as and for the purpose herein before described.
DAY, DAVIES & HUNT,
32, High Holborn, London, W.C.,
Agents for the Applicant.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 24th June, 1887.
Specification Accepted, 26th Aug., 1887.
I, WILLIAM FORD STANLEY, Mathematical Instrument Maker, of 5 Great Turnstile,
Holborn, London, do hereby declare the nature of my said invention and in what
manner the same is to be performed, to be particularly described and ascertained
in and by the following statement :—
This improvement consists in means of increasing the capillary attraction for
drawing-ink over and about the rowel wheel of the dotting pen, with which the dots
are made upon geometrical drawings. For this purpose I introduce between the
ordinary nibs of the dotting pen, an inner nib which terminates directly over the
rowel. The inner nib being similar to that I formerly invented and have used many
years for bordering and coloring pens which is well known. This arrangement besides
insuring regular supply to the dotting pen, allows it easily to be cleaned.
For broad dotted lines two or more nibs may be put in the place of the single inner
nib described.
The construction of the dotting pen according to this invention is fully shewn in
the drawings.
A. Side view of the dotting pen closed.
B. Edgeway view of the same.
C. The same in perspective with the lifting nib open to show the inner nib.
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 introduction of an inner nib or nibs between the ordinary nibs of a dotting.pen.
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1000
IMPROVEMENT TO GAS BURNERS
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 18th June, 1887
Complete Left, 28th Dec., 1887
Complete Accepted, 3rd Feb., 1888
HARRY JOHN BURGESS 42 New England Road, Preston Brighton Sussex Sign
Writer do hereby declare the nature of my invention for IMPROVEMENT TO GAS
BURNERS to be as follows:-
The fixing by clip or otherwise of a small convex oval or other shaped piece of iron
steel or other metal or substance immediately above or resting on the edge of
burner at an angle of about 45 degrees convex side to flame the purpose of the
attachment being to increase the luminating power.
Note By the words " or other" I wish to signify any shape flat, convex or concave.
Dated this 17th day of June 1887.
HARRY JOHN BURGESS.

page_text: 1, HARRY JOHN BURGESS, of 42 New England Road, Preston, Brighton, Sussex,
Sign Writer, 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 construct an appliance of convex, oval, or other
shape and if desired of inetal or substance to project over a gas flame at an angle so
that the flame is spread by contact therewith, said spreading thinning the flame con-
siderably and consequently producing a larger surface of flame for absorption of the
oxygen and an increase of brilliancy.
The appliance may have a foot or socket piece to enable it to be fixed over a gas
burner and clip itself in position, or said appliance may be connected to a clipping
device, in or to which it may be adjustable by hand for the adjustment of the angle at
which the flame spreader appliance is to be set.
The annexed sheet of drawings show my invention as applied to an ordinary gas
burner, such as a Fishtail Burner. Figures 1 and 2 show side and front elevation of
my convex oval shaped flame spreader A with socket B slipped over and onto the
burner C, so that the convex oval plate stands in the path of the flame for
spreading it.
Figure 3 is a sectional elevation of one of my convex oval plates provided with a
neck piece for insertion into the shell of the burner C as a permanent fixture and part
of same.
Figures 4 and 5 show the application of one of my convex oval plates A provided
with a tail piece E and attached by a pin F to a projection G of the socket B, so that
the angle of the plate A can be adjusted, the plate A becoming set by the nip of the
projection G.
Having now
particularly described and ascertained the nature of this
invention and in what manner the same is to be performed I declare that what
I claim is :-
The convex oval or equivalent shaped body A as a spreader of gas flame whether
said plate A by its socket B be affixable to, affixed in, or adjustable as described with
reference to the annexed drawings.
Improvements relating to Gas Burners.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 24th Oct., 1887
Specification Accepted, 2nd Dec., 1887
COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements relating to Gas Burners.
1. JOSEPH HENRY DA FONSECA of 51 Shaw Road Heaton Moor near Stockport,
Designer 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:-
1. The light intensifier consists of a platinum wire or wires or other metallic wire
or asbestos, or other indestructible material (used in the form and in place of a wire)
affixed so as to pass through the flame from coal gas or other illuminant at the same
angle, line, or curve as the flame; the size and shape of the wire or other material
forming the "intensifier" being regulated according to the size and shape of flame.
For large flames the intensifier may consist of more than one wire as shown by dotted
line in Bannexed.
2. The application of the invention as described above intensifies the flame by the
wire or other indestructible material forming it becoming heated; it also increases
the size of the flame, the result being more complete combustion and a consequently
greatly increased brilliancy of flame.
3. The invention can be fixed on any gas burner giving a flat flame such as a "Bray,"
ordinary batswing" or fishtail flame burners; Burners giving a round flamme such
as the Argand; or in short any burner giving any shape of flame.
4. The Drawings attached hereto show the application of the invention to some of
the lights indicated viz. :
A. shows the invention fixed into a slit socket ready to be placed on any ordinary
gas burner producing a flat flame; but I do not limit myself to this system of affixing,
as to the shape of socket or holder indicated.
B. shows the invention as applied to the flame of any ordinary gas burner giving a
flat flame.
C shows the invention as applied to an Argand burner flame, or the flame of any
other burner giving a circular light.
Note For other shapes of flame the "intensifier" will be formed in accordance
with the shape of flame as indicated in paragraph 1 of this Specification.

page_text: Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said
invention and in what manner the same is to be performed I declare that what I
claim is:
1. That I have invented an appliance (as described) the principle of which is the
introduction into the flame from a gas burner, or other light, of wire or other
indestructible material in the form of a wire, in the manner described, and that by
particular arrangement of the said appliance, according to the flame, can produce a
light much more brilliant than can be produced by gas burners without the application
of the invention.
2. I claim that there can thus be effected by means of the invention an improve-
ment in the brilliancy of the light without any increase of the gas, to such an extent
for instance, that with the invention applied to the flame of a gas burner with small
apertures it will give as good a light as one with much larger apertures will give
without the invention applied to its flame.
Year: 1887

page_text: I JAMES FORD of No. 58 Norfolk Street, Kings Lynn in the County of Norfolk
Iron and Tin plate Worker, 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 in constructing lids for tea pots in such manner that instead
of being opened and closed by turning on a hinge as usual they are opened and closed
by a sliding movement.
With this object I make the lid or cover of the tea pot in three sections or parts;
the two outside sections are permanently attached to the body of the pot and are
immovable while the third or middle section is free to slide between the two other
sections at right angles to the line of the spout and handle so as to be opened or
closed as required. The two outside sections act as guides to the movement of the
sliding section for which purpose their inner edges are turned over the top and back
again so as to form grooves to receive the edges of the sliding section. On the under-
side of this section is a stop to prevent its being pushed entirely off the tea pot.
The annexed drawings represent a tea pot with a lid made according to my
invention. Figure 1 is a central vertical section in the line of the spout and handle,
Figure 2 a section at right angles to Figure 1 and Figure 3 a plan or top view. a 15
the body of the pot which may be of any desired shape, the spout and c the handle.
d, e and fare respectively the three sections or parts into which the cover or lid is
divided, as hereinbefore described. The two outside sections d and fare permanently
attached to the body a and are immovable, their inner edges as is seen at 9, 9 are
turned over the top and back again so as to form grooves or guides to receive the
edges of the sliding section e. The sliding section is provided with the knob h (of any
desired form) to enable it to be slid by means of the finger or thumb and on the
underside it has a stop i which by coming against the side of the body a prevents the
sliding section being pushed entirely off the pot.

page_text: Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said invention,
and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I claim is :-
1. A tea pot lid constructed so that the opening and closing are effected by the
sliding of a section or part thereof, substantially as described.
2. A tea pot lid composed of two fixed sections and of an intermediate or middle
sliding section, the fixed sections being formed with guides or grooves to receive the
edges of the sliding section and the sliding section being provided with a stop to
prevent its being pushed entirely off the body of the tea pot, substantially as
described.
An Improvement in Drawing Apparatus, viz., a Demonstration Stand for Solid Drawing-models.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 4th Oct., 1887
Complete Specification_Left, 4th July, 1888
Complete Specification Accepted, 10th Aug., 1888
EKOVIDIUNAL DIECIFICATIUN.
An Improvement in Drawing Apparatus, viz., a Demonstration
Stand for Solid Drawing-models.
I, HENRY MARLE 220 Moseley Road, Birmingham Superintendent of Drawing,
Birmingham School Board, do hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as
follows:-
A board or black-board, ruled in Squares of convenient size for displaying the
contour of the model, is fixed vertically, with or without an arrangement for adjust-
ing the height in any ordinary or special stand; and with either or both of the
following arrangements for supporting the model in front of the Squares; viz. :-
(1) An adjustable joint projecting at right-angles from the centre, or other portion
of the board, with an arrangement for holding the model.
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(2) A skeleton flap of wire or other material, adjustable or not at various heights,
with an arrangement for supporting it horizontally against the board.
Dated this 3rd day of October 1887.
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HENRY MARLE.

page_text: An Improvement in Drawing
Apparatus, viz., a Demonstration
Stand for Solid Drawing Models.
I, HENRY MARLE, of 220 Moseley Road, Birmingham, Superintendent Teacher of
Drawing, Birmingham School Board 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 of a vertical board, generally a black-board, ruled in squares
upon one or both sides, so as to display the contour of an object placed in front of the
ruling together with one or both of the arrangements hereinafter described, for the
purpose of holding the model or object in position; viz. :-
(1) An adjustable joint .or holder projecting at right angles, from the centre or
other portion of the board.
(2) A skeleton flap of wire, or other material, adjustable or not at various heights;
with an arrangement for supporting it horizontally against the board.
In order that my said invention may be most fully understood and readily carried
into effect, I will proceed to describe the drawings hereunto annexed.
DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS.
Fig. 1 of the accompanying drawings represents (partly in perspective and partly
in parallel projection) the front elevation of a black-board, ruled in the manner
described, and two models; the upper one-the cone-being held by an adjustable
joint, and the lower one-the hexagonal prism-lying upon the shelf of wire; and
both being displayed as to outline, by the squares behind them.
Fig. 2 is a side elevation of the board alone, showing the joint or holder, and the
wire flap, in position for holding the models.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of the said invention,
I declare that what I claim is
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The combination of a board or black-board ruled in squares with the adjustable 2
joint or holder, or with the wire platform; or with both of them, substantially as
described.
Dated this 3rd day of July 1888 ·
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 24th Aug., 1887.
Specification Accepted, 27th Sept., 1887
I NATHANIEL CRACKNELL READING of the firm of N. C. Reading & Co. of
Warstone Lane Birmingham in the County of Warwick Manufacturing Jeweller
do hereby declare the nature of my said invention and in what manner the same is to
be performed to be particularly described and ascertained in and by the following
statement:-
My invention has for its object improvements in watch chains which are very
easily lengthened or shortened at the pleasure of the wearer without detracting from
the appearance thereof. I call these chains "Princess" chains because of their
elegant appearance.
In order that my invention may be clearly understood and easily carried into
practice I have appended hereunto a sheet of drawings upon which I have shown a
chain made according thereto and also two other modifications as illustrating the large
range of variations possible in the appearance thereof without in any-way departing
from the principle of the invention.
Figure 1 is a drawing of the chain with the pendant A hanging near the centre
under the locking device B.
Figure 2 is a drawing of the same chain with the pendant A hanging directly under
the bar C end with the locking device also under the bar.
Figure 3 is a modification in the locking device B and pendant A.
Figure 4 is another modification in the locking device B and pendant A.
The great advantage in these chains is the facility for quickly altering the length
by means of the locking adjustable coupler B which is provided with two holes b
and 6 through which the chain is threaded as shown. The coupler being filled with
cork or other springy material to prevent the chain from slipping through unless it
is slightly pulled by the fingers and this is the case more or less no matter in what
position upon the chain the coupler may be for the time being fixed. The
modifications shown by Figures 3 and 4 are only in shape as will be easily seen
as the chain is passed through in a similar manner in all the cases but they illustrate
Dil

page_text: to some extent the wide range of design possible without departing from the
nature of the invention. The inside of the coupler may be filled up with any material
to add solidity thereto or they may be made solid with the holes 6 and 62 lined with
any springy material. The couples may be constructed in skeleton shape of wire or
perforated through and through in any desired design.
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 improvements in watch chains having a locking adjustable coupler for altering
the length of the chain substantially as and for the purpose herein set forth and shown
upon the drawings.
GEORGE BARKER,
77, Colmore Row, Birmingham,
Agent for Applicant.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 22nd July, 1887
Complete Left, 9th Jan., 1888
Complete Accepted, 10th Feb., 1888

page_text: Fig. 1 is a perspective view of a simple form of packing under my invention.
a hollow core of spirally twisted or laid metallic wire. b backing or covering of
braided asbestos.
Fig. 2 is a perspective view of a modification of packing in which the helical wire
core is covered with a spirally wound web of woven asbestos b.
Fig. 3 is a cross section of packing in which there are three wire helices arranged
triangularly the whole being covered with asbestos cloth b.
Figs. 4 and 5 are modifications of packing in which there is a row of helical wire
cores a surrounded by asbestos b. In fig. 4 the cores are central and are wrapped
round with asbestos yarn braided with asbestos. In fig. 4 the cores are near one edge
of the packing and are backed and covered by woven asbestos.
In combination with the above packing or like packing having a helical wire core
or helical wire cores I employ within the core or cores a solid or semi-solid lubricant.
It will be obvious that many modifications of my improved packing may be made.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of the said invention,
and in what manner the same is to be employed I declare that what I claim is :-
First. Packing consisting of a hollow core or of hollow cores of spirally laid
metallic wire backed or covered with woven plaited braided or otherwise interlaced
asbestos for the purpose set forth.
Second. Packing having a hollow core or hollow cores of spirally twisted or laid
metallic wire filled with a solid or semi-solid lubricant for the purposes set forth.
May of Calary 1000.
JAMES JOHNSON,
Patent Office, 4, Clayton Square, Liverpool,
Agent.
ΠΑΠΟ ΑΟΥ ΕΥΤΑ ΠΟΙΕ
IMPROVEMENTS IN LATCHES OR LOCKS
Year: 1887

page_text: ALFRED FOSTER, Walsall Road Willenhall, in the County of Stafford, Latch
Maker, do hereby declare the nature of my invention for IMPROVEMENTS IN LATCHES
OR LOCKS to be as follows:-
The ordinary Latch is made generally to open with a knob. This on the contrary
has a key added to it and a slide running between the lever and the bolt which stops
the bolt from being drawn in. On each side there is a key hole. The old rim is in
three parts. This on the contrary is one piece. To be manufactured with brass
or iron.

page_text: COMPLETE SPECIFICATION.
Improvements in Latches or Locks.
I, ALFRED FOSTER of Walsall Road Willenhall, in the County of Stafford, Latch
Manufacturer, do hereby declare the nature of my said 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 in fitting an ordinary latch-opening by a handle with
mechanism operated by a key for locking the bolt in position so that it cannot be moved
by the handle. For this purpose I employ a slide S moving on the stumps P. Qof
the ordinary bolt L (see drawings) and secured by a Tumbler D. This tumbler
moves on the stump and is provided with a lug R dropping into a notch T and
so prevents the bolt from moving.
The rim is made by pressing out of a single piece of metal thus saving the expense
of putting in the rivets by hand.
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. Action of the key, the slide S, and the tumbler D.
2. Making the rim in a single piece.
A New or Improved Composition for the Coating of Pulleys, Belting, or other Devices Operated by Friction of Surface.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 2nd Feb., 1887
Complete Left, 25th Oct., 1887
Complete Accepted, 9th Dec., 1887
A New or Improved Composition for the Coating of Pulleys,
Belting, or other Devices Operated by Friction of Surface.
I, THOMAS HENRY WRIGHT of 1, White Rock Place, Tunbridge Road, Maidstone,
in the County of Kent, Contractor, do hereby declare the nature of this invention to
be as follows :—
This invention consists in a composition to be applied to belting or to pulleys or
similar or other devices operating or operated by friction of surface and has for its
purpose to prevent slipping of the surface.
The composition consists of a mixture of bitumen with a suitable quantity of oil or
grease according as required, more or less grease or oil being required according to
the quantity and nature of the dust or particles, that may be present in the atmosphere
near the machinery.-The composition is preferably applied by heating a portion in a
ladle and pouring it upon the belt, while in motion.
Dated this 2nd day of February 1887.
HERBERT & Co.,
67, Strand, W.C.,
Agents to Applicant.

page_text: Belting, or other Devices Operated by Friction of Surface.
I, THOMAS HENRY WRIGHT of 1 White Rock Place, Tunbridge Road Maidstone in
the County of Kent, 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 a composition to be applied to belting or to pulleys or
similar or other devices operating or operated by friction of surface and has for its
purpose to prevent slipping of the surfaces.
The composition consists of a mixture of bitumen or coal tar pitch, but preferably
bitumen of commerce with a suitable quantity of oil or grease according as required
more or less grease or oil being required according to the quantity or nature of the
dust or particles that may be present in the atmosphere near the machinery.―The
improved composition may be formed of bitumen mixed with any one or more of
the following greases or oils, the proportions given being those equivalent to one
pound of bitumen.-If more than one of the following ingredients is employed, the
proportions are relatively reduced.

page_text: When required for use, a sufficient quantity is heated so that it will flow, and poured
out upon the belt or the like, preferably while it is moving slowly so that the
composition is deposited on the rigger or pulley evenly and conveniently.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of this inven-
tion and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I
claim is:
The composition for coating riggers, belting and other devices operated by friction
of surfaces comprising bitumen or coal tar, pitch and grease, fat or oil, substantially
as set forth
Dated this 25th day of October 1887.
T. H. WRIGHT.
By Herbert & Co.,
18, Buckingham Street, Strand, W.C.,
Agents to Applicant.
Year: 1887

page_text: Date of Application, 25th Mar., 1887.
Complete Left, 28th June, 1887.
Complete Accepted, 29th July, 1887.
CHRISTIAN KRANZ 2 The Parade, Forest Hill S.E., Cook and Confectioner do
hereby declare the nature of this invention to be as follows:-
The Article is a preparation for the purposes of frying Fish & meat,-also for
thickening soups and gravies. It is also a wholesome food for Infants and Invalids.
To make I take wheaten flour-Potatoes-Salt-Yeast-Water. These I nix,-
let it rise--Bake it-dry it-& grind it.

page_text: CHRISTIAN KRANZ, 2 The Parade, Forest Hill, S.E., Cook & Confectioner 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 article of food for human use, prepared of 65 per cent. Wheaten flour, 5
9 per cent. Potatoes, per cent. Salt, 1 per cent. Yeast, and 23 per cent. Water,
mixed together and allowed to ferment, then the preparation is baked in a steady oven,
afterwards submitted to a cool temperature for 48 hours then undergoes a drying
process for 5 hours and subsequently pulverized.
Having now particularly described and ascertained the nature of my said invention 1
and in what manner the same is to be performed, I declare that what I claim is :—
1st. The combination of the within named ingredients and
2ndly. The mode of preparation of the same."