Author: Munn, O.D.; S.H. Wales and A.E. Beach, eds
Title: Scientific American. A Weekly Journal of Practical Information, Art, Science, Mechanics, Chemistry, and Manufactures. Vol. XXIV. No. 14. April 1, 1871
Description: New York, Munn & Co. 1871. First edition. Paper wrappers, removed from a larger volume. [207-222] pp. Illus. with b/w engravings and drawings. 15 3/4" x 11". Folio. Lead articles: Improved Horizontal Steam Engine; with large engraving of Cooper & Co's Stationary Stream Engine by R. Ten Eyck (a New York engraver working between 1860 and 1900). Potato Diggers. Contents: The "Luna" Moth; Improved Screw Wrench; Egg Tongs; Device for Cleaning Traps in Soil Pipes; Combined Pruning Hook and Saw; Wooden Railroads; Krupp's Dovetailing Machine; Improved Door Step; Johnson's Adjusting Plumb Level; Improved Method of Attaching Knobs to Screws;; all with engravings; plus other articles. A very good copy, faint dampstain to upper corner, light crease from middle fold.

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