Diverse global and industrial stats span coal, ore and production
The article cites varied figures from several countries and industries, noting costs and outputs in mining, metals, and manufacturing. It covers locomotive costs per pound, wine production by France, state mineral values, long ore hauls in Grant county, Lancashire coal labor, rising Russian copper, leather shoe imports to Japan, Holland oleomargarine, fresh meerschaum use, Australia’s large gold nugget, Uruguay coal research funding, Mexico’s quicksilver position, a Wisconsin stove pipe cutter, ancient quarries in Asia Minor, reinforced Italian naval boats, and methods to loosen rusted screws with red hot irons.
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France
North Carolina
Georgia
Hanover
Grant County
N. M
Lancashire
England
Russia
Japan
Holland
Australia
Uruguay
Mexico
Wisconsin
Asia Minor
Italy
High Pressure Engine Test With 1000 psi Specs
England conducted tests on a steam engine designed for 1000 psi. The inverted-V engine produced 13.5 lb per bhp hr steam economy with 500 psi test pressure and 32.65 brake horsepower at 700 rpm. It features sight cylinders, high pressure 2.5 inches and low pressure 5 inches, tandem pairs, four inch stroke, and forced lubrication.
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England
High Speed Torpedo Boats Exceed Navy Trial Speeds
United States navy torpedo boats in trials show speeds far surpassing prior contracts. The Flusser registered between 32 and 33 knots, while sister ship Smith completed 32 knots. Their 700 ton displacement means these trial speeds carry significant implications for everyday service compared with earlier boats.
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United States Navy
Smith
Snips Used in Vise for Accurate Metal Cutting
In Popular Mechanics Geo W Richardson explains placing snips in a vise to cut heavy sheet metal when thumbs and fingers cannot grip. The method, shown in the accompanying sketch, promises easier handling and more accurate cuts.
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Geo. W. Richardson
Popular Mechanica
Posthole Auger Eases Fence Post Digging
A Michigan inventor introduces a posthole auger that makes narrow, clean holes quickly. Pressed into the earth, jaws scoop dirt like a dredger and withdraw it, leaving a precise hole. The device reduces slanting holes and eliminates the need to fill oversized gaps, boosting post stability.
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Michigan
Detachable hinge advances screen door ease
A Scientific American note describes a detachable hinge for screen doors. A socket piece is fixed to the door jamb so the spring hinge can be inserted or removed instantly, solving the problem of needing an extra helper. Also, geological survey tests show most Rocky Mountain coal specimens yield good coke, though a few were noncoking.
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Scientific American
Geological Survey
Rocky Mountain Region
Practical Farm Almanac Advice From The Era
A broad collection of farming guidance covering livestock care, crop management, and farm logistics. Topics include sheep spacing and milking, hogs and poultry practices, pruning grapes, mulch for strawberries, seed saving, cattle feeding, grinding grain, and equipment care. Emphasizes cleanliness, proper housing, winter readiness, and cautious use of seeds and chemicals.
British Aerial Instruction Initiates New Research Department
The British government has organized a special department linked to its national physical laboratory to study aerial construction and navigation problems.
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National Physical Laboratory
Wood Preservation Method by Austrian Investigator
An Austrian investigator has devised a process to preserve wood for mines railroad ties and telegraph poles. It relies on forming insoluble fluorides within the wood by forcing solutions of zinc and other heavy metal salts with sodium fluoride into the wood and heating it to 140 to 212 degrees F. A similar French method is noted.
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France
Automatic Fire Alarm System Overview
A new automatic fire alarm for factories and warehouses uses a network of pipes filled with a fluid that expands when heated. This expansion creates pressure on the pipes and triggers a danger signal.
Ohio man patents space saving cooking utensil trio
A new patented cooking utensil by an Ohio inventor features three receptacles that fit within a single holder, covering only one range opening. The device aims to save space and fuel in kitchens.
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Ohio
Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Advert
For thirty years the standard remedy for female ills. No sick woman does justice to herself who will not try this famous medicine. Made exclusively from roots and herbs and has thousands of cures to its credit. Mrs Pinkham invites all sick women to write for advice. She has guided thousands to health free of charge. Address Mrs Pinkham Lynn Mass.
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Fitchville
Ohio
Lydia KE. Pinkham
Cole
Irasburg
Vermont
Lydia E. Pinkham
A. H. Sanborn
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Mechanical and Industrial Notes
India Res
United States
NOTTS
Willem Oat
St. Jacobs Oil, Ltd
Baltimore
Standard Oil Company
Cip
Othe, Nore
Resinol Chemical Company
Baltimore, MD
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