A London encyclopaedia, or universal dictionary of science, art, literature and practical mechanics : comprising a popular view of the present state of knowledge : illustrated by numerous engravings, a general atlas, and appropriate diagrams (1829)
Curtis, Thomas, fl. 1820 · London : Thomas Tegg · leaf 238
a Ifm 1L n * (5 e N c SI … SHIP-BUILDING. 22; made with an easy round to prevent the cablesfrom chafing. The timbers in the head are narrow pieces ofoak, standing nearly perpendicular, their lowerends are fayed and fastened on the upper cheek,and the upper ends bolted to the main-rail; themiddle and lower head rails being…
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