Scientific American. A Weekly Journal of Practical Information, Art, Science, Mechanics, Chemistry, and Manufactures. Vol. XXIV. No. 19. May 6, 1871.
New York: Munn & Co., 1871. [287-302] pp. Illus. with b/w engravings and drawings. 15 3/4" x 11". Folio. Paper wrappers, removed from a larger volume. First edition. A very good copy with a light crease from middle fold, light soiling on top edge of first leaf, faint dampstain to one corner. Item #42288
Lead articles: with image of Hanna's Wheat Steamer and Dryer; New Telegraphic Instrument; Bartlett and Boomer's Extension Hemmer; Fresco Painting. Contents: Combined Blotter, Ruler, etc.; Combined Milk Pail and Strainer; Crampton's Apparatus for Burning Coal Dust; Krupp's Cast Steel Breech-loading Guns; Mussel Climbing; Seifert's Balanced Steam Valve; The Cotton Worm; all with engravings; plus other articles.
Price: $50.00