Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905 · [New York : Scribner & Co.] · leaf 186
ors tomake sure that the shutter snaps of its own ac-cord when the punk burns down. If the weather is very damp, the punk some-times gives trouble by going out. A slow-burn-ing fuse is more reliable under these conditions,and probably any store that sells fireworks couldfurnish something suitable.… … Tis3 T13A. DIAGRAMS SHOWING METHODS OF ATTACHING THE FUSEAND SHUTTER TRIGGER. Chinese incense (joss-sticks) which you burn insummer to discourage the mosquitos can be usedin place of the punk, and will probably be foundmore reliable in damp weather. The finest possi-ble cotton thread should be used…
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