Light From Darkness and the Rise of Illuminants
An historical survey traces coal gas, acetylene, and electric light from early 19th century use through to arc and incandescent lamps. It notes shifts in lighting tech, the impact on home heating, and the decorative role of lighting in architecture. It mentions Waterloo era gas, Westminister Bridge, and the transition to electric illumination as the primary modern source.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Waterloo
Nee
Westswiter Bridge
Wels
Netral
Orgae
Aruba
Selim
Immunity and disease resistance in animals across species
An historic discussion reviews how disease resistance may arise in various animals and the potential for hybridisation to boost immunity. It cites A. W. Kuzelka and E. G. Boulenger, notes experiments on cattle and rodents, and reflects on the American passenger pigeon as a case of extinction risk and past pest control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boulenger
W. Kuzelka
Pitsburg
Harman
India
Meechm
Amelira
Kizelka
United States
Orla
Tate
Science
Kery
Butter and Cheese Prices in London Trade Report
A fragmented London market note reports firmer butter demand with Danish sold at 48 units and salted New Zealand and Australian butter at various prices. Cheese markers show New Zealand white at 78 shillings and colored at 84 shillings, with Australian prices around 72 shillings. The piece notes a large swing in trade value versus last year, estimated in the millions of pounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
New Zealand
Zorch
Modern home climate control ideas and worker's efficiency
The text discusses adopting centralized temperature control using water steam and air to maintain steady home conditions. It praises harmonics and efficiency in lighting, apparatus, and design, urging readers to seize modern discoveries to improve homes and uplift workers. It highlights the role of scientists, architects, and manufacturers in developing practical climate and energy solutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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Artificial Silk Phyllolous Wonders and the Cellulose Debate
A fragment discusses artificial silk and cellulose research linked to London’s Daily Telegraph era coverage. It notes theories on raw materials, chemical processes, and potential future use of cellulose as a key resource, including claims of producing fiber from air and replacing Chilean nitrate in industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ehewuisss
Metbert Levnstein
Society of Chemical Trimatry Andreasing
Institution of Chemcal Engineers
Tony
Caren
Also Mentioned on This Page
Cletrac
Australian Machinery CO. Ltd
ABE/S
Lake Street
Cairns
Anniafai
Rankin Street
GMO
Pitzsimmons
Nisht
George ST
Comer of Am St
Bilin
Margaret Streat
Light
Aires
Amd
THE
London Market
Fehieh Siagois
vaTe
Dumor
Dunlop
Dunlop Perdriau Rubber CO. Ltd
North Queensand
Burns, Philp & Co, Ltd
NEA
Chevrolet
Mr. Carmichael
Friend
General Motors
General Motors (Australia) Pty. Ltd
Eer
Mira
Amalide
Path
L. Fitzsimmons Cairns
Coronover
Seay Cabmaaan
Australia
Australians
Advanx Motor Tyre Hospital
G-ofide
Sheridan Street
Boxond
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