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Scientific American Supplement, No. 821, Sep. 26, 1891
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Title: Scientific American Supplement, No. 821, Sep. 26, 1891
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SCIENTIFIC AMERICAN SUPPLEMENT NO. 821
NEW YORK, September 26, 1891
Scientific American Supplement. Vol. XXXII, No. 821.
Scientific American established 1845
Scientific American Supplement, $5 a year.
Scientific American and Supplement, $7 a year.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS.
I. Architectural.--The New Labor Exchange in Paris.--With views of the interior and exterior of the building
II. Electrical.--The Construction and Maintenance of Underground Circuits.--By S.B. FOWLER.--A comprehensive article, discussing at length the various devices for protecting underground circuits, methods of inserting the cables, etc.
III. Engineering.--Railroads to the Clouds.--Sketches of a number of mountain railroads
IV. Marine Engineering.--The French Armored Turret Ship the Marceau.--1 engraving.--A full description of the vessel, giving dimensions and cost
A Review of Marine Engin