Scientific American. A Weekly Journal of Practical Information, Art, Science, Mechanics, Chemistry, and Manufactures. Vol. XXV. No. 10. September 2, 1871.
New York: Munn & Co., 1871. [143-158] 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 bright copy, with a light crease from middle fold, four inch tear at fore edge on last leaf. Item #42305
Lead article: The Burdict Bolt Heading or Forging Machine with large engraving by R. Ten Eyck (a New York engraver working between 1860 and 1900); The Dangers of Sewage Irrigation. Contents: Anchor Beam Support for Brick Walls; Dugdale's Universal Clothes Washer; Lubricator for Cylinders of Steam Engines; The New Hotel, Cairo, Egypt; The Road Steamer and Omnibus; all with engravings; plus other articles.
Price: $50.00