Hoffmann, Professor, 1839-1919 · London : Frederick Warne · leaf 82
nders the removal of theothers a very easy matter. Key to Trick or Secret Puzzles. 59 To replace the keys, reverse the process, beginning withthe three broader keys. Get these into their proper posi-tions, and then insert the narrow key. No. XXIII.—The Screw-box. Solution. The secret lies in the… … Fia. 85. and so in inexperienced hands moves round and round withthe lid, which cannot under such circumstances be unscrewed.To open the box, pinch its sides smartly between thethumb and finger while endeavouring to unscrew the lid.The outer shell, which is very thin, is thereby pressedagainst the…
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