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Letter. Gilbert Hamilton (Soho) to James Brown (13 London St.). 13 May 1840.

Catalogue reference: MS 3147/12/44/13

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MS 3147/12/44/13
Title
Letter. Gilbert Hamilton (Soho) to James Brown (13 London St.). 13 May 1840.
Date
13 May 1840
Description

Docketed “With sketch of Avon’s conical valve pipes with a view to employ them in the Monkey. Is there occasion for using stop valve pipes in Danube 38 horse engines (no). Avon’s eccentrics – particulars wanted. Monkey’s estimate delayed. Avon’s foot valve pins omitted to be shown in two. Have a pattern for boiler flue door and frame.” The sketch is on the same sheet.

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Birmingham: Archives, Heritage and Photography Service
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B&W Box 43/21
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MS 3147/12/18

London Office Outgoing Correspondence, 1847

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Letter. Gilbert Hamilton (Soho) to James Brown (13 London St.). 13 May 1840.