Hoffmann, Professor, 1839-1919 · London : Frederick Warne · leaf 89
face on its inner side. Open this, as shown inFig. 91, and then press down the edge of the lid, thereby F 66 Ptizztes Old and New. left exposed, and the box will open as depicted in ourillustration. When the striking plate is closed the lid is locked, andthe box cannot be opened. No. XXXVIII.—The… … Fig. 92. On pushing this up with the thumb, the lid is forced upwith it, and the box may then be opened without difficulty.The sliding piece should be quietly pressed down againbefore inviting any one to take a pinch, when there will be nothing to disclose the secret. No. XXXIX.—The New Puzzle…
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