Fragmentary Chronicle Mentions Gold Nugget and Mines
Fragmented text notes a large Australian gold nugget and mining mentions. References to a "quicksilver mine" and a tragic claim by 60 workers, plus reinforced concrete boats built in Italy for ships around 120 tons. Irregular, unclear phrasing limits precise events.
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Jis Ae
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Italy
Auger for postholes aids quick digging and stabilization
An apparent auger invention digs narrow postholes quickly by pressing into the ground and lifting dirt, functioning like a dredging tool. It creates clean holes for sturdy posts, reducing slanting and the need for extra filling, promising stronger embeddings.
Asbestos a Queer Mineral and Its Uses
The article describes asbestos as a fibrous, indestructible mineral that resists heat and electricity. It notes wide global mining, varied appearances, and its use in covering steam pipes, boilers, and walls with a single coat over brick instead of plaster.
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Paria
Tiner's Snips Cuts Metal by Simple Tole Method
A brief note describes a metal cutting method using simple hand tools to shape heavy metal. The technique involves steady snips and careful handling to produce precise sections. This illustrated tip encourages practical, inexpensive metalworking at home.
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