Methods for Protection Against the Drill of the Sea Worm
An 19th century science note on protecting timber and pilings from teredo naval ver worm damage. It describes terrible mud and saltwater tolerance, worm growth rates up to two inches monthly, and methods like creosote impregnation, copper coverings, tarred paper wrapping, and tarred canvas. It notes cost and effectiveness, including San Francisco tests showing long-term protection.
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A Novel Self Destructive War Ship Tested
A torpedo boat with integrated engine and boiler was tested successfully. The design features a steam launch for crew escape, a thick curved deck to resist shells, and a mechanism to trigger explosion after the crew abandons ship. The inventor claims it could destroy large ironclads while allowing the crew to escape.
Lord George Hamilton voices support for heavy naval guns
The First Lord of the English Admiralty argues that concentrating fire within a given area is essential to military practice, stressing the moral and material impact of heavy guns while noting mechanical loading risks and the need for protection. He also criticizes excessive talk on natural clothing and comments on undergarment materials.
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Newspaper Storage Tips From a Prudent Housewife
The prudent housewife packs away winter clothing using old newspapers to repel moths, and places newspaper under carpets and in the car to protect textiles. Ice and ice water wrapped in newsprint keep items cool and exclude air, extending freshness in hot summers.
Photographing a Drop of Water in a Thaumatrope Demonstration
A historic description of photographing a water drop's formation fall and rebound using a thaumatrope, detailing the drop’s rising thread thinning breaking detachments and vibrating motion, and noting a Kentucky envelope moistening device. It also covers sugar cane cultivation advances through self sown seedling experiments and cross fertilization for improved varieties.
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Tecombeatible Textiles and Fire Protection Methods
The article notes that common textile treatments to resist fire can ruin fabric, advising ammonia phosphate dips for curtains and mosquito netting that preserve color and texture. It reports the British Navy banning forced drafts at sea, except in emergencies for brief periods, as explained by Admiral de Horsey.
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Water telephone patent improves sound recording on ships
English inventors reveal a water telephone patent that isolates acoustic signals from ship movement. The enhanced apparatus uses a design where pressure from increased water density no longer affects the recording, improving clarity in sound transmission between vessels.
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England
Camphor Shortage Spurs Naphthalene Sale For Woolen Goods
The extreme scarcity and high price of camphor drive two or more firms to sell refined naphthalene for preserving woolens furs and other items from insect damage. Naphthalene is produced in forms such as balls tablets scales and granulated for sale.
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New Celery Billing Machine Granted Patent
A new device has been patented to automate celery billing, promising rapid and economical processing. The machine enables efficient invoicing and reduces manual labor for celery transactions.
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