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The Locomotive (1867)

Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company · Hartford, Ct. : Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Co · leaf 415

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LOCOMOTIVE January, In general, the advantages obtained from the use of modern steamgenerators are increased efficiency and less capital outlay in buildingand in auxiliary equipment—in brief, less costly power. Much of thegain from these advantages, however, may be lost by interruptions… … When this brine cooler exploded violently last August four menivere seriously injured, one of them being burned so severely by ain-vionia that lie died three days later. Estimated at more than $40,000,damage to the building and contents was caused principally by escapingzvatcr and ammonia. The…

Locomotives · Steam-boiler explosions

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